Whipped Carrots with Cranberries
Delight your taste buds with the irresistible combination of sweet, creamy, and tangy flavors in this Whipped Carrots with Cranberries recipe. Perfectly tender carrots are whipped to silky perfection with a luscious blend of butter, honey, and heavy cream, while a hint of ground cinnamon adds a warm, aromatic touch. The final flourish? Plump, juicy dried cranberries folded in for bursts of tart sweetness in every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this side dish is not only quick and easy to prepare but also makes a stunning addition to holiday feasts, weeknight dinners, or any meal in need of a vibrant, nutrient-packed upgrade. Serve it warm as a standout side that's equal parts comforting and elegant!
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Ingredients
- 6 medium carrots
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Peel the carrots and chop them into 1-inch pieces.
Step 2
In a large saucepan, add the chopped carrots and enough water to cover them by about 1 inch.
Step 3
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer the carrots for 15-20 minutes or until they are very tender and easily pierced with a fork.
Step 4
While the carrots are cooking, soak the dried cranberries in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften. Drain and set aside.
Step 5
Drain the cooked carrots completely and transfer them to a large mixing bowl or food processor.
Step 6
Add the unsalted butter, honey, heavy cream, ground cinnamon, salt, and ground black pepper to the cooked carrots.
Step 7
Using a hand mixer or food processor, whip the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
Step 8
Fold in the softened dried cranberries, ensuring even distribution.
Step 9
Transfer the whipped carrots to a serving dish and garnish with a few extra dried cranberries on top if desired.
Step 10
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (609.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1026.9 |
| Total Fat 57.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 33.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g | |
| Cholesterol 153mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1506.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 127.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 100.3g | |
| Protein 4.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 155.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1344.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories