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Slow Cooker Maple & Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots

Slow Cooker Maple & Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots are a sweet and savory side dish that’s perfect for holidays or weeknight dinners. Tender carrots are coated in a rich maple syrup and brown sugar glaze, enhanced with butter and a hint of warm spices.
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Equipment

  • - Slow cooker
  • - Mixing bowl
  • - Spoon

Ingredients
  

  • - 2 lbs baby carrots or sliced carrots
  • - 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • - 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • - 1/3 cup brown sugar packed
  • - 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • - 1/4 tsp salt
  • - Optional: fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • **1. Prepare the Carrots:**
  • - Place the carrots in the slow cooker, spreading them out evenly.
  • **2. Make the Glaze:**
  • - In a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until combined.
  • **3. Coat the Carrots:**
  • - Pour the glaze over the carrots, tossing to coat them evenly.
  • **4. Cook:**
  • - Cover the slow cooker and cook on **low** for 4-5 hours or on **high** for 2-3 hours, until the carrots are tender. Stir halfway through to ensure even cooking.
  • **5. Serve:**
  • - Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm.