How to Make Candied Carrots for Decorating & Snacking
These candied carrots are a deliciously simple, and a fun way to decorate your cake. They add a touch of bright color, are nicely sweetened and have the texture of fruit leather.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar plus more for decorating (optional)
- 1 cup water
- 2-3 large carrots
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 225°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper , lightly spray with cooking oil.
- Clean carrots and cut to desired shape. (see notes)
- In a heavy saucepan, add water and sugar, bring to a boil over med-high heat.
- Add carrots, lower heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove from the heat, drain and transfer to a baking sheet.
- Arrange carrots so they are flat and not touching.
- Bake 30 minutes or until translucent. Sprinkle with sugar and let cool.
Notes
Grate - for sprinkling effect
Slice - for snacks
Peel - for making curly-Q's **For Curly-Q's - While the carrots are still hot, wrap around the handle of a wooden spoon, then slide it off and let cool.
Slice - for snacks
Peel - for making curly-Q's **For Curly-Q's - While the carrots are still hot, wrap around the handle of a wooden spoon, then slide it off and let cool.