Name: Honey Glazed Carrots
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 pound mini carrots; 1/4 cup salted butter; 1/4 cup honey; 1 teaspoon fresh minced rosemary; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Honey Glazed Carrots make a delicious side dish for any meal. Fresh baby carrots tossed in a savory sweet honey butter glaze and roasted to perfection… they’re surprisingly addictive and perfect for the holidays!

Finished shot of Honey Glazed Carrots in a white serving dish

When it comes to cooked carrots, I feel like you either love ’em… or you hate ’em. But when it comes to these Honey Glazed Carrots, I can guarantee you’re going to love them.

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Not only are they perfectly seasoned with a delicious combination of butter, honey, rosemary, salt, and pepper… but they’re also perfectly tender-crisp (not mushy like some carrots!)

They’ve gotten the stamp of approval from even my pickiest eaters, and they’ve now become one of our family’s favorite side dishes. And now that the holidays are around the corner? You better believe they’ll be on the menu!

If you’re looking for a new go to side dish that passes the holiday test… look no further. Honey Glazed Carrots for the win!

Overhead shot of Honey Glazed Carrots with fresh rosemary

what you’ll need for this recipe

Carrots – Carrots are the main ingredient in this recipe, and you have options! I used mini carrots, but you can also use regular carrots, sliced, or rainbow carrots for a fun twist.

Butter – Butter is a key ingredient in the sauce, giving it a delicious richness and bringing out the flavor of the carrots. I used salted butter, but you can use unsalted if you prefer.

Honey – Another key ingredient in the sauce is honey, which provides sweetness and unmistakeable flavor. Substitute granulated or brown sugar if you prefer.

Rosemary – Fresh rosemary adds an earthy, aromatic flavor to this dish and really takes it to another level. Other good substitutes would be fresh thyme, basil or oregano.

Salt & pepper – Salt and pepper help bring out all the other delicious flavors in this recipe. Feel free to adjust the amounts according to taste.

how to make honey glazed carrots

Make the sauce. In a medium skillet or saucepan, combine butter, honey, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until melted and bubbly.

Add the carrots. Add the carrots directly to the pan with the sauce and toss well.

Roast. Pour the carrots and sauce onto a rimmed baking sheet that has been coated with cooking spray (you an also line it with parchment paper or foil for easy clean up). Roast in the oven for 20 minutes, tossing halfway through.

Serve. Transfer the roasted carrots into a serving dish and sprinkle with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

Recipe Variations

Substitute thyme, sage, or any of your favorite fresh herbs
Substitute brown sugar or granulated sugar for the honey
Double the honey butter sauce for extra saucy carrots
Use regular (not mini) carrots and chop them to taste
Add 1/4 – 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper for a sweet & spicy twist
Top with chopped walnuts or pecans for added crunch
Add a squeeze of fresh orange or lemon juice to the carrots for a citrus twist

Overhead shot of carrots tossed in honey butter sauce in a white skillet

storing & reheating

Leftover carrots can be stored in the refrigerator for up for one week. To reheat, place them in a small skillet over medium heat. Stir occasionally until heated through. You can also reheat them in the oven at 350° for 10-12 minutes, or until warm.

Close up of Honey Glazed Carrots in serving dish

More Side Dish Recipes to Try

We’re always on the lookout for new side dishes… particularly veggies! If you’re anything like us, here are a few you might enjoy!