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Maple Bacon Carrots

Sweet and Savory Maple Bacon Carrots to Brighten Any Meal

Delightful Maple Bacon Carrots offer a perfect balance of sweet and savory, making them a show-stopping side dish for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Carrots
  • 1 pound carrots Fresh and preferably under 1/2 inch thick
For the Bacon
  • 8 slices bacon Regular bacon is best
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup Add just before finishing baking for best flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wrap each carrot snugly with a strip of bacon, starting at the thicker end.
  3. Place a wire rack on a baking sheet and arrange the bacon-wrapped carrots on the rack.
  4. Bake for 25 minutes, keeping an eye on them as the bacon crisps.
  5. Brush the bacon-wrapped carrots on all sides with maple syrup.
  6. Return to the oven for an additional 8-10 minutes until bacon is golden brown and crispy.
  7. Serve warm as a delightful side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the bacon overlaps slightly while wrapping to retain its shape during baking. Add maple syrup just before final baking for peak flavor.

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