Spiced Apple Carrot Casserole
Transform your dining table into a cozy celebration of fall flavors with this Spiced Apple Carrot Casserole, a delightful combination of tender carrots, sweet apples, and a warmly spiced butter glaze. Perfectly layered and topped with a crunchy pecan-oat crumble, this comforting side dish strikes a harmonious balance between natural sweetness and autumnal spice, thanks to cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and a hint of orange juice. Ready in just an hour, this vibrant casserole makes an ideal accompaniment for holiday feasts, weeknight dinners, or any occasion that calls for a touch of seasonal warmth. Whether you're drawn to its wholesome ingredients or crave its irresistible texture, this recipe is sure to become a new family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups carrots
- 3 medium apples
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup rolled oats
- 0.33 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish and set aside.
Peel and slice the carrots into thin rounds. Steam or boil the carrots for 5-7 minutes until slightly tender but not fully cooked. Drain and set aside.
Peel, core, and slice the apples thinly. Set them aside.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the brown sugar, honey, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, and orange juice. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
In the greased casserole dish, layer the partially cooked carrots and sliced apples alternately. Pour the spiced butter mixture evenly over the layers, ensuring every corner is coated.
In a small bowl, combine the flour, rolled oats, and chopped pecans. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake it in the oven for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the topping is golden and crisp.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Spiced Apple Carrot Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1570 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.9 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.4 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 571 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 243.5 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.6 g | 131% | |
| Total Sugars | 156.2 g | ||
| Protein | 19.0 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 316 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2672 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
