Thanksgiving Food Ideas – Slow Cooker Maple Syrup Glazed Carrots
Easy & Delightful Thanksgiving Food Ideas– These Slow Cooker Maple Syrup Glazed Carrots Make a Simple, Vibrant and Flavorful Side Dish!
These Slow Cooker Maple Syrup Glazed Carrots make the perfect side dish for weeknight dinners, holidays and celebrations. It’s healthy, light, effortless and visually appealing. The baby carrots are slowly cooked in a maple syrup glaze; they become so tender, caramelized and absorb all the flavors.
Why you’ll love this Slow Cooker Glazed Carrots?
They’re easy to make: This recipe contains only a handful of ingredients (carrots, maple syrup and seasoning). You combine these simple ingredients in a crockpot, you set the tile and forget about it. This recipe gives you time to manage other tasks especially during busy holiday dinners or celebrations.
They’re slow cooked: Slow cooking this recipe offers the carrot a delicious and tender texture.
They make a healthy side dish or snack: Carrots are considerably nutritious and especially if you choose to moderately add maple syrup without any other sweeteners.
They’re great for different occasions: These glazed carrots are perfect for busy weeknight dinners, or festive family or friends’ gatherings.
They’re great for packed lunches: These glazed carrots can make a great addition to your tasty packed meal. You can pair them with rice and chicken or beef for a complete lunch or simply pack them as a light and healthy treat.
What ingredients do I need for this recipe?
2 pounds baby carrots
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup real maple syrup
1/3 cup butter (cubed)
How to make this Slow Cooker Glazed Carrots?
Add the baby carrots to a slow cooker. Sprinkle with some salt, cinnamon and brown sugar and mix to combine.
Pour in the maple syrup and distribute by throwing. Scatter the coated carrots to form an even layer in the crockpot. Top with the cubed butter, then close the lid.
Set and cook on high for 3 hours or on low for 5 to 6 hours.
During the final 30 minutes of cooking time, remove the lid, change the heat to high to thicken the glaze. Once the glaze has thickened, transfer the carrots to a large bowl and cover to preserve warmth. Pour the liquid into a saucepan and simmer over medium high heat. Stir while cooking until it thickens for about 5 minutes.
Easy & Effortless Thanksgiving Food Ideas – This Maple Syrup Glazed Carrots Recipe Screams Nutrition, Flavor and Big Ease of Preparation!
Helpful Tips and Variations:
Which carrots are best for this recipe? I prefer to use baby carrots, but if you don’t have the at hand; you can use whole carrots, peel then cut them into sticks.
How can I replace maple syrup? Using real maple syrup is of great significance in this recipe, but if you don’t have any; replace with honey or brown sugar syrup.
How can I replace the butter? You can replace with coconut flavored butter if you want something similar. You can also use olive oil, coconut oil, or vegan butter as a healthier alternative.
How can I replace the brown sugar? Instead you can simply add more maple syrup to the recipe or you can replace with coconut sugar or honey.
Which herbs work well with these carrots? For more freshness, aroma, and flavor; you can add thyme, rosemary, dill or parsley.
Which other spices suit this recipe? You can add nutmeg, ginger, cumin and paprika.
Would adding cheese work for this recipe? Adding is never a bad idea, sprinkle cheese on top after glazing the carrots. You can either use Parmesan, Feta, or goat cheese according to taste.
Can I add nuts to this recipe? Choose either walnuts, almonds or pecans. Toast them a bit before drizzling on top of the carrots.
What other vegetable can I add alongside the carrots? It all depends on your preference, but you can add diced potatoes either regular or sweet. You can also add Brussel sprouts, green beans or cauliflower.
How can I store this recipe? They should remain fresh and tasty for about 4 to 5 days. It’s best if you don’t freeze them as they can slightly lose their texture.
How can I serve these Slow Cooker Glazed Carrots?
You can serve these delicious glazed carrots as a side dish during weeknight dinners or barbecues. They also make a great addition to a Thanksgiving or Christmas table. Pair with roasted turkey, grilled chicken, pork or beef. You can also have them as a light lunch incorporated into a green salad.
Thanksgiving Food Ideas – Slow Cooker Maple Syrup Glazed Carrots
Ingredients
- 2 pounds baby carrots
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup real maple syrup
- 1/3 cup butter cubed
Instructions
- Add the baby carrots to a slow cooker. Sprinkle with some salt, cinnamon and brown sugar and mix to combine.
- Pour in the maple syrup and distribute by throwing. Scatter the coated carrots to form an even layer in the crockpot. Top with the cubed butter, then close the lid.
- Set and cook on high for 3 hours or on low for 5 to 6 hours.
- During the final 30 minutes of cooking time, remove the lid, change the heat to high to thicken the glaze. Once the glaze has thickened, transfer the carrots to a large bowl and cover to preserve warmth. Pour the liquid into a saucepan and simmer over medium high heat. Stir while cooking until it thickens for about 5 minutes.
