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    By Amy · Published: Mar 29, 2022 · Updated: Mar 29, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy 2 Comments

    Maple Glazed Carrots

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    These delicious Maple Glazed Carrots in a sweet and buttery glaze are so easy to prepare and are always a welcomed side dish. They’re simple enough for a quick weeknight side dish, yet elegant and impressive enough for your holiday table.

    Overhead view of maple glazed carrots in a skillet with a wooden spoon.

    This is a no-fuss side dish that is not only incredibly delicious, it adds a beautiful splash of color to your meal. It’s prepared on the stove top (freeing up valuable oven space), while taking less than 30 minutes to prepare!

    Your Simple Ingredients

    Overhead view of ingredients for making maple glazed carrots with overlay text.
    • Baby carrots
    • Maple syrup – Be sure to use “real” maple syrup (not the flavored kind!).
    • Brown sugar – Light or dark.
    • Salt and black pepper – Season to your personal preference.
    • Butter – I like to use unsalted so that I can better control the amount of salt.
    • Fresh parsley – Optional garnish.
    Front closeup view of maple glazed baby carrots in a white skillet.

    How to Prepare

    This recipe couldn’t be easier to prepare (please see the recipe card for full detailed instructions). You’ll simply melt butter in a large skillet, then add syrup and sugar and stir to combine. Add the carrots and stir to coat.

    Cover and cook for 20 minutes (stirring occasionally), or until desired tenderness of carrots is met. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with fresh parsley when serving, if desired.

    Overhead view of maple glazed carrots in a skillet on a white wooden cutting board.

    This easy side dish is perfect for your Easter, Thanksgiving, or Christmas holiday dinner – or any night of the week. Enjoy!

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    Overhead view of maple glazed baby carrots in a skillet.

    Maple Glazed Carrots

    Delicious crisp-tender baby carrots prepared in an easy maple syrup, brown sugar and butter glaze.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: maple glazed carrots
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 22 minutes
    Total Time: 27 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Author: Amy

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
    • 3 tablespoons real maple syrup
    • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar light or dark
    • 1 pound baby carrots
    • ¼ teaspoon salt more or less, to taste
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper more or less, to taste
    • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley optional garnish

    Instructions

    • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat (be sure to use a skillet that you have a lid for). Add maple syrup and brown sugar. Stir to combine.
    • Add carrots and gently stir to coat as evenly as possible.
    • Reduce heat to medium low. Cover and cook for 20 minutes (stirring occasionally), or until carrots have reached your desired tenderness.
    • Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley when serving, if desired.

    Notes

    To store in the fridge, allow to come to room temperature.  Cover and store in an airtight container for up to 3 to 4 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 238mg | Potassium: 319mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 15897IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg

    If provided, nutritional info is a courtesy, is not guaranteed and should only be considered as a guideline.

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    Originally published March 2014. Updated with new text, new photos and recipe revised March 2022.

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    1. Wayne F Miller says

      March 29, 2022 at 8:49 pm

      5 stars
      Looks like a keeper! I will probably add a little spice to offset the sweetness…a little cinnamon and nutmeg.

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      • Amy says

        March 30, 2022 at 4:55 am

        Hi Wayne, thank you so much… that sounds delicious and I hope you enjoy it!!

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