What It Is That White Stuff On My Carrots?

Turns out, there's a reason why that white stuff is there. It's completely normal to see this white substance on baby carrots. Let's dive into what exactly it is and why it's there in the first place. You may have heard that the white stuff on baby carrots is chlorine, but that's just a myth. It's actually a thin layer of film caused by dehydration, known as "carrot blush."

So, why does this white film only form on baby carrots and not regular carrots? This happens because baby carrots do not have protective skin that prevents drying, Full-sized carrots do have protective skin.

Is carrot blush harmful?

Nope! This film is harmless, as it's simply a sign that your baby carrots are dehydrated. You can remove it by washing your carrots. You can also soak your carrots in water to rehydrate them and bring their color back.

Is carrot blush a sign your baby carrots are going bad?

According to Brandt, carrot blush is not a sign your baby carrots are going bad; just that they're dehydrated. So, don't fret if you're snacking on carrots and eat some of this white film—it's not harmful and is simply a sign that they're dry.