Honey Glazed Carrots Recipe

This Honey Glazed Carrots Recipe is sure to become your go-to for holiday gatherings and weeknight dinners alike. Fresh carrots are tossed in honey, butter, garlic, and a touch of spice, then roasted to perfection. It’s a simple, savory-sweet side dish everyone will love!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Basic Ingredients: Fresh carrots and a few pantry staples are all you need to make this honey carrots recipe.
• Easy & Elegant: This dish is simple enough for an everyday side, yet special enough for your holiday table.
• Balanced Flavors: These glazed carrots with honey are both savory and sweet with a hint of spice.

For more flavor-packed veggie sides, check out our brown sugar green beans with bacon and Brussels sprouts with bacon next.

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Ingredients

• Carrots: You’ll need 2 pounds of whole carrots. Be sure to grab a few extra and make this scrumptious homemade carrot cake too!
• Honey: Adds natural sweetness and helps the carrots caramelize. I recommend using local honey if possible.
• Butter & Oil: Melted butter and olive oil help the carrots cook evenly and prevent sticking, while also adding flavor.
• Garlic: Freshly minced garlic is best, but if you’ve got pre-minced garlic on hand, feel free to use it.
• Seasonings: I used salt and chili powder for a little kick, but cinnamon works nicely too if you’re looking for a more autumn-inspired flavor.

See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.

Variations

• Dairy-Free: Use plant-based butter or extra olive oil in the honey glaze for carrots to make this recipe dairy-free.
• Maple-Glazed: Swap the honey for pure maple syrup for a deeper flavor.
• Baby Carrots: Save time peeling and cutting by using baby carrots instead of whole ones. Just note that they will roast quicker since they are smaller.  

How to Make Honey Glazed Carrots

To get started making this honey roasted carrots recipe, preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Then, peel and cut the carrots and add them to a large mixing bowl.

1. Step 1: Coat with butter and oil. Add the butter and olive oil to the cut carrots.
2. Step 2: Add garlic and seasonings. Place the minced garlic, salt, and chili powder into the bowl with the carrots.

3. Step 3: Add honey and mix. Drizzle the honey onto the carrots and toss to combine all of the ingredients.
4. Step 4: Roast the carrots. Transfer the carrots to the prepared baking sheet and roast until tender, about 20-25 minutes. Broil for a couple of minutes at the end of cooking for more caramelization, if desired. Enjoy them with this Instant Pot ham and these creamy mashed potatoes for a festive feast.

Expert Tips

• Cut the carrots evenly: Cutting the carrots into similar-sized pieces ensures they all cook at the same rate, rather than some being overdone or underdone.
• Toss during roasting: Periodically tossing the carrots while cooking helps keep them evenly coated and prevents burning.
• Keep a close watch if broiling: You only want to broil the carrots for a couple of minutes. They can quickly go from caramelized to burnt, so be sure to keep an eye on them.

Serving Suggestions

• These make the perfect Thanksgiving carrots! Serve them alongside this smoked turkey breast and cranberry stuffing for a delicious holiday meal.
• These carrots aren’t just for the holidays. Try them with your family’s favorite main dishes, like this Ritz cracker chicken.

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