Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze are a sweet-and-savory side that is easy to make and tastes great.
- introduction – Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
- why make Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
- how to make Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
- Ingredients for Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
- Directions for Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
- how to serve Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
- how to store Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
- tips to make Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
- variation (if any) for Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
- FAQs about Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
introduction – Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze make a simple, tasty side for weeknight dinners or a holiday table.
If you like bacon-wrapped ideas, try the similar bacon-wrapped shrimp rolls with melted cheese for another crowd-pleaser.
why make Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
Why make Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze? The dish pairs sweet carrots and maple with salty, crispy bacon.
It cooks quickly and looks nice on a plate, so it works for family meals or for guests.
For a sweet dessert idea after this, see the blueberry cake donut holes with citrus glaze.
how to make Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
How to make Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze is simple: wrap, bake, glaze, and finish.
Work in small batches if your oven rack is crowded so bacon crisps well on all pieces.
Ingredients for Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
- 4 pounds carrots, peeled and less than ½ inch thick
- 2 pounds thin-sliced bacon
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
Directions for Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wrap the Carrots: Take one slice of bacon and tightly wrap it around each carrot, starting from the thicker end. Be sure to avoid overlapping the bacon as you wrap.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the bacon-wrapped carrots on a wire rack set on top of a baking sheet. This will help the bacon crisp up evenly.
- Bake the Carrots: Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the carrots are tender.
- Glaze with Maple Syrup: Remove the carrots from the oven and brush all sides with maple syrup.
- Finish Baking: Return the carrots to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
- Serve: Once done, remove from the oven and serve hot. Enjoy your sweet and savory bacon-wrapped carrots!
how to serve Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
How to serve Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze: place on a warm platter and serve right away.
They pair well with roasted meats, grilled chicken, or a holiday main like the cranberry-pomegranate turkey wings with caramelized onions and orange marmalade glaze.
how to store Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
How to store Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze: cool to room temperature, then place in an airtight container.
Keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 8–10 minutes to restore crispness.
tips to make Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
- Use carrots less than ½ inch thick so they cook through with the bacon.
- Pat bacon dry if it’s very wet to help it crisp.
- Use a wire rack on the baking sheet so air circulates and bacon cooks evenly.
variation (if any) for Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
- Add a pinch of black pepper or smoked paprika to the maple glaze for spice.
- Swap maple syrup for honey for a different sweetness.
- Use prosciutto instead of bacon for a lighter wrap.
FAQs about Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
Q: Can I make Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze ahead of time?
A: Yes. Wrap and bake the carrots, cool, then store in the fridge. Reheat before serving to crisp the bacon.
Q: Do I have to use thin-sliced bacon for Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze?
A: Thin-sliced cooks faster and crisps better. Thick bacon works but may need more time in the oven.
Q: Where can I buy maple syrup for this Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze recipe?
A: For a quick purchase, Buy it here.
Q: Can I freeze Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze?
A: You can freeze cooked carrots, but bacon loses crispness. Wrap well and freeze up to 1 month. Reheat in the oven from frozen for best texture.
Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pounds carrots, peeled and less than ½ inch thick
- 2 pounds thin-sliced bacon Use thin-sliced for best results
- 1/2 cup maple syrup Can substitute with honey for a different sweetness
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wrap each carrot tightly with a slice of bacon, starting from the thicker end.
- Place bacon-wrapped carrots on a wire rack set on top of a baking sheet.
Cooking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the carrots are tender.
- Remove from the oven and brush all sides with maple syrup.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
- Remove from the oven and serve hot.
