Candied Carrots With Maple Syrup Video

Perfect Maple Syrup Glazed Carrots with Cinnamon

I’m just going to jump right in here. If you are reading this post, you no doubt have been on the hunt for a super simple, no-fuss side dish that is delicious with nearly any main course. My friend, you have come to the right place. This Candied Carrots with Maple Syrup recipe is hands-down the easiest side dish ever. Made in only 20 minutes with a few basic ingredients, it is great for serving with everything from last-minute midweek meals to elaborate holiday feasts. Fresh seasonal carrots are kissed with a luxurious butter-maple-cinnamon glaze. The flavors are perfect for fall, and the carrots’ sweetness and tenderness are hard to resist. They pair well with just about every Thanksgiving dish. Even kids will love this sweet veggie side!

What Ingredients You Need

Glazed carrots are best when made with only a handful of simple, seasonal ingredients. Here is what you need to make my festive Candied Carrots with Maple Syrup recipe:

Carrots – peeled and sliced Water – just enough to steam the carrots for a perfect cook Salt – essential to bring all of the flavors together Unsalted butter – adds richness to balance the natural sugars in the carrots and syrup Maple syrup – you need the real stuff for a delightful, earthy taste Cinnamon and nutmeg – the best spices to really make a festive fall dish

Feel free to add more spices if desired. Clove and allspice are good options. You can also add a pinch of cayenne to create a spicy-sweet flavor. For even less prep time you can use ready-to-go baby carrots in this recipe!

How to Make Maple Syrup Glazed Carrots

This fantastically easy side dish is ready in only about 20 minutes. It’s perfect as a healthy-ish addition to a quick weeknight meal, or as an effortless side at your holiday dinner parties! Here are the simple steps to make the best, most luscious glazed carrots with maple syrup and cinnamon: Serve the glazed carrots warm with your other favorite seasonal dishes. Leftovers can be kept in an airtight container for up to 5 days. I recommend reheating in the oven or in a skillet on the stovetop until just warm to keep a bit of bite to the carrots.

What Goes Well with Maple Glazed Cinnamon Carrots?

This rustic and delicious side dish pairs great with everything from casual weeknight dinners to elegant holiday celebrations. Serve Cinnamon and Maple Carrots at Thanksgiving or Christmas along with your roasted turkey, roast chicken, or ham main dish and other sides: Try our Crockpot Green Bean Casserole, Best Mashed Potatoes, and Sausage Mushroom Stuffing for a delicious, classic holiday spread! For a quick meal after a busy day, make these carrots with Perfect Baked Chicken Thighs or Crispy Baked Chicken Cutlets.

How Do I Make Dairy-Free Glazed Carrots?

Substitute traditional butter with your favorite plant-based alternative for a sweet and luxurious vegan side dish.

Add-Ins

Make it your own by adding black pepper, fresh thyme or rosemary, crushed red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, or even cubes of butternut squash mixed with the tender carrots!