I had no idea Mom used to throw away baby carrots with white stuff on them.

The white stuff you noticed on baby carrots is known as “carrot blush” or “white blush.” It’s not mold or anything harmful but rather a natural process that happens when the outer layer of the carrot dries out. Baby carrots are often washed and peeled, so they lose their protective outer skin, making them more prone to drying out and developing this white appearance.

This is purely aesthetic, and the carrots are still safe to eat if they haven’t spoiled (soft texture, bad smell, or slimy coating are signs of spoilage). To prevent the white blush, you can store baby carrots in a container with a damp paper towel to help retain moisture.

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