Bacon-Wrapped Carrots with Maple Glaze Recipe
These Beef Bacon Wrapped Carrots are a savory and sweet appetizer or side dish featuring tender carrots wrapped in crispy, flavorful beef bacon, finished with a glossy maple syrup glaze. Perfectly baked to bring out the natural sweetness of the carrots and the smokiness of the bacon, this recipe makes an irresistible dish for gatherings or weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 Minutes
- Cook Time: 35 Minutes
- Total Time: 50 Minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 pounds carrots (under 1/2 inch thick), peeled
Meat
- 1 pound thin-sliced beef bacon
Other
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for greasing
Instructions
- Prepare the carrots: Select carrots under 1/2 inch in diameter and peel them. Slice the carrots into 3-4 inch lengths. For thicker carrots, cut them lengthwise to ensure even cooking and easier wrapping.
- Prepare the bacon: Cut each strip of thin-sliced beef bacon in half crosswise to create smaller pieces suitable for wrapping the carrots.
- Wrap carrots with bacon: Wrap each carrot piece tightly with a halved strip of beef bacon, overlapping the bacon slightly to secure. Place each wrapped carrot seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Use toothpicks if necessary to keep the bacon in place.
- Initial bake: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the wrapped carrots on the baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until the beef bacon starts to render its fat and become crisp.
- Glaze with maple syrup: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and brush each wrapped carrot generously with maple syrup to add a sweet, glossy finish.
- Final bake: Return the carrots to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the beef bacon is deeply golden brown and crispy and the carrots are tender when pierced. Allow the dish to rest briefly before serving.
Notes
- Choose carrots that are relatively uniform in size for even cooking.
- Thin-sliced beef bacon works best for wrapping and crisping.
- Toothpicks can help secure the bacon, especially if it unwraps during baking.
- Watch closely during the final baking phase to prevent burning the maple syrup glaze.
- This dish pairs well with roasted meats or as a flavorful appetizer for parties.
