These maple roasted carrots are a simple, easy side dish, but a total crowd-pleaser. Perfect side dish for holiday meals or the average Tuesday night. This is my favorite way to use up extra carrots from the fridge, and with just a handful of ingredients and no special equipment needed, anyone can make this easy recipe!
These carrots are reminiscent of honey-glazed carrots, but they use maple syrup as the sweetener instead.
If you are looking for more easy vegan Holiday recipes, check out my Vegan Pot Pie, Air Fried Brussels Sprouts, or Wild Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash.
More of my favorite carrot recipes: Vegan Carrot Apple Muffins, Vegan Carrot Cake, Moroccan Carrot Salad, or Vegan Carrot Bacon.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy prep – Just peel your carrots and mix the spices, and you’re good to go!
- Simple ingredients – Just 5 ingredients in this easy recipe.
- Go big or stay home – If you are serving a crowd, you can scale this recipe and make multiple servings in the oven at one time. OR make fewer servings and use the air fryer for an even quicker side!
Ingredients
- Fresh carrots – I prefer to use full-size carrots, but you could easily use baby carrots. Just watch the baking time.
- Maple syrup – A little goes a long way in this recipe. Carrots already bring their own natural sweetness to this recipe. Just make sure to use pure maple syrup, as the maple-flavored syrups tend to burn.
- Extra virgin olive oil – Any oil of your choice works, or swap for melted vegan butter. Omit for oil-free maple roasted carrots.
- Salt – Just 1 tsp makes the flavors pop.
- Cinnamon – Feel free to use more or less to your liking!
- Optional: Fresh herbs, lemon juice, or lemon zest to sprinkle on top!
Helpful Equipment
In addition to measuring cups and spoons, the following equipment is helpful for this recipe:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Vegetable peeler
- Mixing bowl
How to Make
This is a detailed step-by-step guide on how to make this recipe, including photographs. For the quick version, skip ahead to the recipe card below!
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Prep the Carrots
Start by washing and peeling the carrots. You can leave the carrots whole or chop them to evenly-sized pieces. This is just personal preference, but note that it may change the baking time.
Mix with Seasonings
Place the carrots in a large mixing bowl and add the maple syrup, olive oil, salt, and cinnamon. Mix until all pieces are evenly coated.
You can either cook these carrots right away or cover them and allow them to marinate for up to 2 hours in the fridge. The cooking time will not change.
Oven Roasted Carrots
When you are ready to cook them, place the carrots in a single layer on a large, parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes, or until you can easily pierce the largest carrots with a fork.
Air Fryer Directions
To make this recipe in the air fryer, just place the carrots in a single layer and air fry at 400° Fahrenheit for about 20 minutes. I would suggest checking after 10 minutes, as every air fryer is different!
Sprinkle with some fresh or dried herbs and a little salt and black pepper, and you’re good to go! Enjoy!
How to Store
- Fridge: Serve these right away or store them in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Enjoy!
Variations
- Marinate the carrots in liquid smoke for a savory addition to this recipe.
- Add sliced red onions, red bell pepper, or green beans to the baking sheet for a roasted vegetable medley.
- Sprinkle fresh parsley or fresh dill on top of the carrots before serving.
More Tips
- Not Vegan? Use melted butter instead of olive oil.
- Want to mix up the flavor? Add nutmeg, pumpkin pie spice, or any other flavors you enjoy!
FAQ
You bet! This recipe would be delicious with parsnips, rainbow carrots, sweet potatoes, or any other veggies you like. Just be mindful of the required cooking times.
You can swap any liquid sweetener (agave, brown rice syrup, etc.) with maple syrup. Or swap with brown sugar for a sweeter taste.
Yes! Marinate the carrots in all of the spices, maple syrup, and oil. Then cook in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the carrots are fork tender.
Maple Roasted Carrots
Equipment
- Parchment paper or silpat
- Vegetable peeler
Ingredients
- 6-8 large carrots
- ⅛ cup maple syrup
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400° Fahrenheit.
- Wash and peel carrots, then remove the ends.
- Leave carrots whole or chop carrots into thirds, then cut larger pieces in half length-wise.
- Place all carrots into a large mixing bowl. Toss in olive oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt.
- Space the carrots evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake at 400° for 30 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Make these oven roasted maple carrots or an air fryer snack for smaller portions.
- Not Vegan? Use melted butter instead of olive oil.
- Want to mix up the flavor? Add nutmeg, pumpkin pie spice, or any other flavors you enjoy!
Nutrition
Please note, while all ingredients used in this recipe have been verified to be vegan and free of applicable allergens at the time of recipe creation, different brands may differ in their ingredients or processing procedures and may change their ingredients at any time. For some recipes, I do include ingredients that are processed in a facility that processes other allergens. Please make sure to check the ingredients and processing procedures for your specific purchases to ensure they meet your dietary needs.
Last Updated on May 24, 2025
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