Description
These Slow Cooker Maple & Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots are a delicious and easy side dish perfect for any occasion. The sweet glaze complements the tender baby carrots, making them a crowd-pleaser at any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Baby Carrots:
- 2 pounds baby carrots
Glaze:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (cut into pieces)
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Carrots: Place the baby carrots in a slow cooker.
- Make the Glaze: Dot the carrots with pieces of butter, then drizzle with maple syrup. Sprinkle brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper over the carrots. Stir gently to coat evenly.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours until carrots are tender. Stir occasionally.
- Finish: Before serving, stir carrots to coat them in the glaze. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg or use dark maple syrup for a richer taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
