Description

Maple Bacon Carrots are a deliciously sweet and savory side dish featuring tender carrots wrapped in crispy bacon and glazed with rich maple syrup. Baked to perfection, this recipe combines the natural sweetness of carrots and maple syrup with the smoky flavor of bacon for a crowd-pleasing treat that complements any meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Vegetables

2 pounds carrots, peeled, less than ½ inch thick

Meat

1 pound thin-sliced bacon

Other

¼ cup maple syrup

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for roasting the bacon-wrapped carrots.
Wrap Bacon Around Carrots: Starting at the thick end of each carrot, tightly wrap one slice of thin-sliced bacon around it. Be careful not to overlap the bacon layers to allow even cooking and crispiness.
Arrange on Rack: Place the wrapped carrots on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. The rack helps air circulate underneath, promoting crispy bacon and even cooking.
Bake Carrots and Bacon: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the carrots have become tender.
Glaze with Maple Syrup: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and carefully brush or drizzle maple syrup over all sides of the bacon-wrapped carrots to add a sweet glaze.
Bake Again: Return the glazed carrots to the oven and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes. This will caramelize the maple syrup and enhance flavors.
Serve: Take the carrots out of the oven and serve immediately while warm and delicious.

Notes

Choose thin carrots for easier wrapping and even cooking.
Using a wire rack helps bacon crisp nicely by allowing fat to drip away.
Adjust maple syrup quantity if you prefer a lighter or stronger glaze.
Keep an eye on the bacon in the last baking step to avoid burning the maple syrup.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Maple Bacon Carrots, Bacon Wrapped Carrots, Maple Glazed Carrots, Roasted Bacon Carrots, Sweet and Savory Side Dish