Description
This Maple Butter Glazed Turkey is a delightful twist on a classic holiday dish, featuring a succulent turkey enveloped in a rich, sweet glaze. Perfect for elevating any festive gathering, this recipe will impress your guests with its harmonious balance of sweet and savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole turkey (12–14 pounds)
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Fresh thyme or rosemary (for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Turkey – Start by preheating your oven to 325°F (165°C). Rinse the turkey under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Make sure to remove the giblets from the cavity.
- Step 2: Season the Turkey – Generously season the turkey inside and out with salt and black pepper.
- Step 3: Make the Maple Butter Glaze – In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the maple syrup, unsalted butter, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Whisk together until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Step 4: Glaze the Turkey – Place the turkey in the roasting pan, breast side up. Using a basting brush, generously apply the maple butter glaze all over the turkey, reserving some glaze for basting during cooking.
- Step 5: Roast the Turkey – Cover the turkey loosely with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Roast for about 2 to 2.5 hours, basting with the reserved glaze every 30 minutes. Remove the foil during the last 30 minutes to allow the skin to brown.
- Step 6: Check for Doneness – Using a meat thermometer, check the internal temperature in the thickest part of the thigh; it should reach at least 165°F (74°C). If not, return it to the oven and check every 10-15 minutes.
- Step 7: Rest and Serve – Once fully cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for at least 20-30 minutes before carving.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 2.5 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with plant-based butter or coconut oil. You can also use agave syrup or honey instead of maple syrup, and whole grain mustard can replace Dijon mustard for added texture.