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Maple glazed carrots in a white serving dish. A serving fork is holding a serving of carrots.
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Easy Maple Glazed Carrots

Made with a homemade brown sugar, maple syrup, and cinnamon glaze, these maple glazed carrots have just the right amount of sugar and spice. They make the perfect easy side dish and can also be prepared in advance to save time later!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Calories: 83kcal
Author: Samantha Erb

Ingredients

  • 1 lb whole carrots peeled and sliced
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter unsalted
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  • Peel and wash the carrots. Chop off the ends and then cut them into strips or chunks to your desire. Make sure to try to get them to a similar size so that they will cook more evenly.
  • In a large skillet place the carrots and cover them with the water. Season the carrots with the salt. Over medium-high heat, cover the skillet with a lid and steam the carrots for about 5-7 minutes (depending on the thickness of the carrots). Stir it occasionally.
  • Remove the lid and allow the water to cook out. Once it has, then add the butter. Allow the butter to melt and cover the carrots.
  • Combine the maple syrup, brown sugar, and cinnamon and pour it over the carrots. Allow it to simmer as the syrup thickens. Remove from the heat. Garnish with thyme, if desired.

Notes

  • Firm, fresh carrots provide the best results with this recipe. I find that they have the best texture and hold up well when cooked.
  • I cut the carrots to a similar size when preparing them. This ensures that they cook evenly!
  • I adjust the steaming time based on the thickness of the carrots. Thicker pieces will take longer to cook, while thinner ones will be ready sooner.
  • Be careful not to overcook the veggies. My goal is to soften them through steaming, but I don’t want them to get mushy, either.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat leftovers in a skillet on the stove with a little butter or olive oil on medium-low heat until they're warmed through.

Nutrition

Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 263mg | Potassium: 268mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 12688IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 0.3mg