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    Side Dishes » Honey Glazed Carrots

    Honey Glazed Carrots

    Published: Oct 6, 2020 · Modified: Oct 6, 2020 by Cathy Trochelman · 10 Comments

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    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.

    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!

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    • 📋 Instructions
    • 🌶 Recipe variations
    • ♨️ Storing & reheating
    • 🥕 Related recipes
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    Overhead shot of Honey Glazed Carrots with fresh rosemary

    🍯 Ingredients

    • 1 pound mini carrots
    • ¼ cup salted butter
    • ¼ cup honey
    • 1 teaspoon fresh minced rosemary
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper

    Honey Glazed Carrots ingredients

    📋 Instructions

    Preheat the oven - set your oven temperature to 400° F.

    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.

    Honey Butter Sauce in a white skillet

    🌶 Recipe variations

    This recipe is simple to make and also simple to switch up according to your tastes. Here are some of our favorite substitutions:

    • Substitute thyme, sage, or any of your favorite fresh herbs
    • Double the honey butter sauce for extra saucy carrots
    • Use regular (not mini) carrots and chop them to taste
    • Add ¼ - ½ 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.

    🥕 Related recipes

    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!

    • Roasted Carrots
    • Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
    • Sauteed Brussels Sprouts
    • Roasted Butternut Squash
    • Roasted Potatoes
    • Parmesan Roasted Green Beans
    • Rosemary Roasted Sweet Potatoes
    • Garlic Roasted Asparagus

    Close up of Honey Glazed Carrots in serving dish

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    📖 Recipe

    Honey Glazed Carrots

    Honey Glazed Carrots

    Yield: 8
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes

    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!

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound mini carrots
    • ¼ cup salted butter
    • ¼ cup honey
    • 1 teaspoon fresh minced rosemary
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper

    Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 400° F.
    2. In a medium skillet or saucepan, combine butter, honey, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until melted and bubbly.
    3. Add the carrots directly to the pan with the sauce and toss well.
    4. 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.
    5. Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

    Notes

    Recipe variations:

    • Substitute thyme, sage, or any of your favorite fresh herbs
    • Double the honey butter sauce for extra saucy carrots
    • Use regular (not mini) carrots and chop them to taste
    • Add ¼ - ½ 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

    Nutrition Information:
    Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1
    Amount Per Serving: Calories: 104Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 211mgCarbohydrates: 14gFiber: 2gSugar: 11gProtein: 1g
    © Cathy Trochelman
    Cuisine: American / Category: Holiday Sides
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    1. Sandi

      October 06, 2020 at 12:38 pm

      What a delicious side dish for the holidays!

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    2. Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious

      October 06, 2020 at 4:05 pm

      I do the same with carrots, rosemary and honey and every time I make it, there are raves. The simplest dishes are the best, eh? Yours looks simply beautiful!

      Reply
    3. Beth

      October 06, 2020 at 4:47 pm

      Oh my goodness these look so delicious and yummy! My family is going to love this recipe! Can't wait to make this!

      Reply
    4. Amanda

      October 06, 2020 at 5:10 pm

      There are so many meals these would go perfect with!

      Reply
    5. Sandy French

      October 06, 2020 at 5:15 pm

      Can you recommend an alternative to Rosemary as that is not a spice we use-not a favorite. Thanks-these do look wonderful! 😋

      Reply
      • Cathy Trochelman

        October 19, 2020 at 3:54 pm

        Yes! I would substitute either thyme or sage.

        Reply
    6. Sara Welch

      October 06, 2020 at 9:47 pm

      Hands down, the best way to enjoy carrots! Served these with dinner tonight and even my picky eaters gobbled these up!

      Reply
    7. Catalina

      October 07, 2020 at 3:35 am

      You just gave me a great idea for dinne tonight! My family will love it!

      Reply
    8. Toni Dash

      October 07, 2020 at 8:52 am

      This is so easy and delicious! Such a perfect side dish!

      Reply
    9. Sandra McCollum

      October 12, 2020 at 4:09 pm

      Such a delicious side dish!! My kids loved it!!

      Reply

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