Ah, Crockpot Cracker Barrel Carrots — sweet, tender, and packed with that signature Southern comfort flavor! Here’s a simple slow cooker recipe inspired by the famous side dish.
🥕🍯 Crockpot Cracker Barrel Carrots
Ingredients:
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3 cups baby carrots (or sliced carrots)
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½ cup brown sugar
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2 tbsp butter
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1 tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp vanilla extract (optional, adds a warm depth)
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¼ cup water
Instructions:
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Add ingredients to crockpot:
Place carrots, brown sugar, butter, salt, pepper, vanilla (if using), and water in the slow cooker. Give it a gentle stir to combine. -
Cook:
Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or on HIGH for 2–3 hours, until carrots are tender and the sauce is thickened. -
Stir and serve:
Give everything a good stir to coat the carrots in the buttery-sweet glaze. Serve warm.
Tips:
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For extra flavor, add a pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg.
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You can toss in a splash of orange juice for citrus brightness.
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Use fresh carrots peeled and sliced if you don’t have baby carrots.