Mashed Spiced Carrots

Elevate your side dishes with these irresistibly creamy Mashed Spiced Carrots, a comforting blend of velvety texture and warm, aromatic flavors. Made with tender carrots, butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of honey, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a standout dish bursting with natural sweetness and a hint of spice. The addition of heavy cream lends a luxurious richness, while a dash of salt and pepper balances out the flavor profile. Perfect for holiday feasts, weeknight dinners, or a unique twist on traditional mashed sides, these Mashed Spiced Carrots are ready in just 30 minutes and serve as a versatile, crowd-pleasing accompaniment to any meal. Enjoy them warm and pair with roasted meats or hearty grains for a balanced and flavorful plate.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb carrots
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
• 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 tbsp honey
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp heavy cream
• 4 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the carrots into uniform 1-inch pieces to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped carrots to the boiling water and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the carrots are fork-tender.

Step 4

Drain the carrots thoroughly and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

Add the unsalted butter, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, honey, salt, black pepper, and heavy cream to the carrots.

Step 6

Using a potato masher, immersion blender, or hand mixer, mash the carrots until they are smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency by adding more heavy cream if necessary.

Step 7

Taste the mashed carrots and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or honey.

Step 8

Serve the Mashed Spiced Carrots warm as a side dish and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1072.8 grams (1072.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	387

Total Fat 34.30g	44%
Saturated Fat 20.00g	100%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 92mg	31%
Sodium 1244mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 21.70g	8%
Dietary Fiber 1.80g	6%
Total Sugars 18.60g
Protein 0.70g	1%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 91mg	7%
Iron 1mg	3%
Potassium 122mg	3%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.5%

Protein: 0.7%

Carbs: 21.8%