These Bacon Candied Carrots are and easy side dish recipe will quickly become a family favorite. Delicious carrots are sauteed with bacon, onions and coated in a sweet, sticky glaze.
These Bacon Candied Carrots are and easy side dish recipe will quickly become a family favorite. Delicious carrots are sauteed with bacon, onions and coated in a sweet, sticky glaze.
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These easy Candied Carrots with Bacon will have everyone going for seconds. I don’t know what I like more, the flavor from the onion or the bacon. Honestly, it’s probably the combination of the two…a match made in heaven!
I love the different textures in this recipe, too. The soft carrots, crunchy bacon and syrupy sauce are a great combination. This recipe is tied for my favorite carrot recipe with these Garlic Roasted Carrots.
Why This Satueed Carrots with Bacon Recipe Works
Let’s face it, regular sauteed carrots can be boring. By amping up the flavor and adding onions and bacon, the flavor profile of these candied carrot goes up exponentially.
By cooking the bacon first you render out all of the delicious bacon grease. The onions are then cooked in the grease building up the flavor even more.
The entire recipe is layer upon layer of flavor and texture.
How to Make Candied Carrots with Bacon – Step by Step
STEP 1: Slice carrots into 1/4 inch thick slices. (Photo 1 below)
STEP 2: You will need 2 cups of sliced carrots. (Photo 2 below)
STEP 3: Cook bacon over medium high heat until crisp. Then remove bacon from pan and drain grease. Reserve some grease for next step. (Photo 3 below)
STEP 5: Add brown sugar to cooked onions. (Photo 1 below)
STEP 6: Add salt. (Photo 2 below)
STEP 7: Add pepper. (Photo 3 below)
STEP 8: Add steamed carrots and stir to combine. Sautee carrots for a few minutes until the sauce thickens. (Photo 4 below)
Can You Use Baby Carrots for these Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
Yes. You can easily substitute baby carrots in this recipe. I can be a great timesaver if you don’t have time to slice full size carrots.
You will, however, need to steam them longer than sliced carrots since they are thicker. If you want to use them but cut down on the steam time, you could always slice the baby carrots in half length-wise, too.
What Type of Pan is Best for This Recipe?
To make these candied carrots with bacon, I prefer to use a non-stick pan. I made these in a Rachel Ray Create Delicious non stick skillet. I love that they have flared rims to easily pour off the bacon grease. And the silicone handles make it easy to safely hold on to the pan when it’s hot.
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Expert Tips for Making the Best Candied Carrots with Bacon
Here are few expert tips to help you make these Candied Carrots with Bacon:
Cut the Bacon First: I find it easier to cut the bacon into bite sized pieces before cooking it.
This Recipe Can be Doubled: This is a great recipe for a crowd. Simply increase the ingredients proportionately.
Use Baby Carrots: Use baby carrots if you don’t feel like slicing full size carrots. Just increase the steam time so the carrots are tender.
If you’ve tried this recipe, please rate it in the comment section below.
Bacon Candied Carrots
4.9 from 12 votes
These Bacon Candied Carrots are and easy side dish recipe will quickly become a family favorite. Delicious carrots are sauteed with bacon, onions and coated in a sweet, sticky glaze.
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I always liked regular glazed carrots, but oh my goodness these bacon glazed carrots are SO MUCH BETTER! Making then again soon for sure – thanks for the recipe!
Bhawana says
Carrots looks so yummy and mouthwatering must say. a perfect side dish and a great recipe for clean eating.
Jade says
I had carrots languishing in my fridge. So glad I came across this recipe. It was fabulous!
Katie says
Love this combination of bacon and carrots. My whole family did too!
Jaclyn says
I always liked regular glazed carrots, but oh my goodness these bacon glazed carrots are SO MUCH BETTER! Making then again soon for sure – thanks for the recipe!
Yolanda Lara says
Can these be made ahead of time? Reheated or served cold?
Christina Hitchcock says
I’ve made them a day ahead of time and reheated them on the stove. I did lose a little of the crispiness in the bacon but they were still a hit!
Shirley says
Unable to get recipe!!
Christina Hitchcock says
It should be fixed now. Thanks for letting me know!
Donna says
How much brown sugar and pepper? The ingredients just say baby carrots!?!?
I need to make these for a family dinner tomorrow.
Thanks! 🙂
Christina says
My apologies — something was wonky with the recipe template. I’ve fixed it and the measurements are now showing.
Laurie says
This was fantastic! Easy and delicious! Thanks for sharing!
Christina says
Glad you liked it! Thanks for reporting back! 🙂
Linda says
Bacon is on my shopping list, this looks so good! Why wait for Thanksgiving? When I make it I’ll link it back to you.
Thanks for sharing.
Christina says
I agree! There is no need to wait for Thanksgiving. I’d love to hear how you liked it! Thanks for reading! 🙂
Cindy Howell says
Oh wow! I need to try this. It looks pretty easy to make and everything tastes better with bacon. 🙂
Cindy from Superheroes and Teacups
Christina says
Hi Cindy! These carrots are incredible! And you’re right, everything does taste better with bacon! 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
Bacon, bacon, bacon! These sound amazing!