Maple Butter Glazed Turkey: The Best Recipe for Juicy Flavor
A delightful recipe for maple butter glazed turkey that brings juicy flavor to your holiday table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2.5 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a saucepan, melt the butter and mix with the maple syrup.
- Season the turkey with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and paprika.
- Brush the maple butter mixture over the turkey.
- Roast the turkey in the preheated oven for about 2 to 2.5 hours, basting every 30 minutes.
- Check the internal temperature; it should be at least 165°F (74°C). Let it rest before carving.
Notes
- Ensure to baste the turkey regularly for maximum flavor.
- Let the turkey rest after cooking for better juiciness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Maple-Butter-Glazed Turkey