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    Honey Glazed Carrots

    Published: Dec 17, 2021 · Modified: Feb 1, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    A classic, easy recipe for honey glazed carrots that are sweet and buttery! This is a traditional way to make glazed carrots that's perfect as a side dish for a simple dinner or a special occasion.

    honey glazed carrots

    Ingredients

    Here's what you'll need to make this recipe. The full recipe and ingredient list can be found at the bottom of the page.

    • Baby carrots
    • Honey
    • Butter
    • Salt & pepper
    honey glazed carrots

    How to Make Honey Glazed Carrots

    Step 1: Add carrots to skillet

    Add the carrots to a large skillet. Pour in water until the carrots are barely covered. Stir in ½ teaspoon salt.

    Step 2: Boil carrots

    Bring the skillet to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer over medium-low heat for 10 - 15 minutes, or until the carrots start to become tender when pierced with a fork. Drain the carrots in a colander and set aside.

    Step 3: Make the glaze

    In the same skillet over medium low heat, add the honey, butter, salt and pepper. Stir and cook for 4 - 5 minutes, until the butter is melted and the glaze begins to thicken.

    Step 4: Add carrots

    Add the carrots and stir until coated in the glaze. Continue cooking until the glaze reaches your desired thickness. Turn up the heat slightly if needed.

    honey glazed carrots

    Step 5: Serve

    Serve warm, optionally topped with chopped fresh parsley.

    Substitutions

    • Carrots: you can use baby carrots or regular carrots and cut them into 1 - 2" chunks.
    • Maple syrup: swap out honey for maple syrup to glaze your carrots.
    • Sugar: instead of honey you can also use brown sugar or coconut sugar. Add 1 ½ - 2 tablespoons.
    • Butter: you can use unsalted or salted butter. If you use salted butter you may want to add less salt overall.

    Storage

    • In the fridge: cool and store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
    • In the freezer: cool and store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How can I thicken the glaze on my carrots?

    Thicken the glaze on your carrots by simmering longer and, if needed, turning up the heat on your skillet.

    If your glaze isn't thickening over time, add a small amount of additional honey.

    How long should I cook the carrots for?

    For this recipe, you'll boil the carrots for 10 - 15 minutes to cook them before adding them to the glaze.

    At the end of boiling your carrots they should be almost completely cooked and tender when pierced with a fork.

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    Honey Glazed Carrots


    • Total Time: 30 minutes
    • Yield: 6 1x
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    A classic, easy recipe for honey glazed carrots that are sweet and buttery! This is a traditional way to make glazed carrots that's perfect as a side dish for a simple dinner or a special occasion.


    Ingredients

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    • 2 pounds baby carrots
    • ¼ cup honey
    • ¼ cup unsalted butter
    • 1 ½ teaspoons salt (divided)
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

    Instructions

    1. Add the carrots to a large skillet. Pour in water until the carrots are barely covered. Stir in ½ teaspoon salt.
    2. Bring the skillet to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer over medium-low heat for 10 - 15 minutes, or until the carrots start to become tender when pierced with a fork. Drain the carrots in a colander and set aside.
    3. In the same skillet over medium low heat, add the honey, butter, salt and pepper. Stir and cook for 4 - 5 minutes, until the butter is melted and the glaze begins to thicken.
    4. Add the carrots and stir until coated in the glaze. Continue cooking until the glaze reaches your desired thickness. Turn up the heat slightly if needed.
    5. Serve warm, optionally topped with chopped fresh parsley.
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 25 minutes
    • Category: Side Dish
    • Cuisine: American

    Keywords: baby carrots, carrots, glazed carrots, honey glazed

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