Description
Sweet, tender carrots wrapped in crispy bacon and brushed with a rich maple glaze create an irresistible side dish. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pounds carrots, peeled and cut to less than 1 inch thick
- 2 pounds thin-sliced bacon
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
Instructions
- 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. 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 helps 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!
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of black pepper or a dash of cayenne pepper before baking. These can also be made ahead and reheated in the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes