• 2 pounds baby carrots – Tender and easy to cook. You can substitute with sliced regular carrots if preferred.
• ½ teaspoon salt – Enhances the sweetness and balances the flavors.
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon – Adds warmth and a subtle spice to the dish.
• ¼ cup packed brown sugar – Provides a deep, molasses-like sweetness that complements the maple syrup.
• ¼ cup real maple syrup – The star ingredient, adding a natural sweetness that caramelizes beautifully.
• ⅓ cup butter, cubed – Adds richness and helps form the glaze. For a dairy-free version, you can substitute with plant-based butter.