Description
Sweet and savory bacon-wrapped carrots roasted with a maple glaze, perfect as a side dish or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and trimmed
- 8 slices bacon
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wrap each carrot with one slice of bacon, spiraling along the length. Place on prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, melted butter, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the glaze over the bacon-wrapped carrots.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until carrots are tender and bacon is crispy.
- Serve warm, with any remaining glaze drizzled on top.
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle with fresh thyme before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Fat: 14 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Protein: 7 g