Description
These maple glazed carrots are a tender, buttery, and sweet side dish made with baby carrots and real maple syrup. A quick and elegant addition to any meal, perfect for both weeknights and holiday feasts.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds baby carrots
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
- Freshly chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients.
- Place the carrots in a pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium-low and simmer for 15–20 minutes, until tender.
- Drain the carrots and transfer to a serving bowl.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Stir in the maple syrup and cook for 1–2 minutes until warmed through.
- Pour the glaze over the carrots and toss to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Substitute honey for maple syrup for a different flavor.
- Add ground cinnamon or cayenne pepper for extra warmth or spice.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for added aroma.
- Add a splash of bourbon or orange juice to enrich the glaze.
- Roast carrots instead of boiling for a caramelized finish.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of water or butter if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
