Description
This Classic Honey Glazed Carrots recipe is the perfect sweet and buttery side dish for holidays or weeknight dinners. With tender baby carrots coated in a glossy honey-butter glaze, this easy recipe brings out natural sweetness with a touch of savory balance. Great for potlucks, Thanksgiving, or a simple vegetable upgrade.
Ingredients
1 pound baby carrots
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Fill a medium saucepan with water and bring to a boil.
2. Add the baby carrots and cook for 10–12 minutes or until fork-tender.
3. Drain the carrots well and set aside.
4. In the same saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
5. Stir in the honey and salt. Let it simmer for 1–2 minutes until slightly bubbly.
6. Return the carrots to the pan and gently toss to coat with the glaze.
7. Cook for an additional 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally until glossy and heated through.
8. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley, if using. Serve warm.
Notes
For a citrus twist, add a teaspoon of orange zest or a splash of orange juice to the glaze.
Don’t overcook the carrots in the glaze—just enough to coat and warm them through.
Fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary can add a savory contrast to the sweet glaze.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 160
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 13
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 15