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.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish and set aside.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Peel, core, and slice the apples thinly. Set them aside.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

In a small bowl, combine the flour, rolled oats, and chopped pecans. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Spiced Apple Carrot Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1304.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1570.5

Total Fat 66.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 98.7mg	0%
Sodium 571.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 243.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.6g	0%
Total Sugars 156.2g
Protein 19.0g	0%

Vitamin D 6.7IU	0%
Calcium 315.7mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 2672.1mg	0%

*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: 36.4%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 59.0%