Description
These Honey Glazed Carrots are a delightful side dish that perfectly balances the natural sweetness of carrots with a sticky, flavorful glaze. Quick to make and bursting with flavor, they’re sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots:
- 1 1/2 pounds carrots (peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices or baby carrots)
Glaze:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil Carrots: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the carrots and cook for 6–8 minutes, or until just tender. Drain and set aside.
- Make Glaze: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the honey and brown sugar until combined and bubbly.
- Glaze Carrots: Add the carrots to the skillet and toss to coat in the glaze. Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are glossy and caramelized.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- You can prepare the carrots ahead by boiling and refrigerating them, then glazing just before serving.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or a splash of orange juice for a fun twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
