Honey Glazed Carrots

My honey glazed carrots recipe are super no-fuss and made in less than 20 minutes! I coat them in honey, brown sugar and orange juice letting it thicken up into a syrup over the carrots until they get nice and tender. It’s a hit boos. In fact, it’s one of my fave side dishes.

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A close up of honey glazed carrots with fork pierced into one carrot

How to Make Honey Glazed Carrots

Butter, sugar and other ingredients in pot with carrots ready to make glazed

Step 1: Add carrots to a medium pot with 3 cups of water over medium high heat. Allow water to come to a boil and cook until tender when pierced (about 8-10 minutes). Drain water.
Next add butter, honey, brown sugar, orange juice and vanilla stirring to coat tender carrots in pot.

glazed carrots ready to serve in pot

Step 2: Cook for an additional 5-6 minutes, occasionally stirring to coat the carrots. Once the carrots are glazed perfectly then season with salt and pepper to taste and sprinkle with parsley and serve.

A close up of honey glazed carrots with fork pierced into one carrot

Honey Glazed Carrots Recipe

This Honey Glazed Carrots recipe is fuss-free, nutrient dense and made in less than 20 minutes! Coated with a honey, brown sugar and orange juice sweetened glaze, these carrots are anything but ordinary.
4.29 from 45 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • l lb baby carrots halved
  • 1 1/2 tbsp salted butter
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 3 tbsp light brown sugar packed
  • 2 tsp orange juice
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Add carrots to a medium pot with 3 cups of water over medium high heat.  Allow water to come to a boil and cook until tender when pierced (about 8-10 minutes).  Drain water.
  • Next add butter, honey, brown sugar, orange juice and vanilla stirring to coat tender carrots in pot.
  • Cook for an additional 5-6 minutes, occasionally stirring to coat the carrots.  Once the carrots are glazed perfectly then season with salt and pepper to taste and sprinkle with parsley and serve.

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Notes

To store your leftovers, place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days. When you’re ready to reheat, gently warm them in a saucepan over low heat, adding a splash of water or broth to loosen the glaze and restore their original luscious texture. Voilà, they’re ready to be devoured all over again!

Nutrition

Calories: 121kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 41mg | Potassium: 12mg | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 131IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg
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Recipe Tips

  • You can cut the carrots in different ways as well.  You can dice them into smaller pieces and glaze as well.
  • You can also play with the ratios of the brown sugar and honey to suit your sweetness level.  You can also replace honey with real maple syrup.

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Serving Suggestions

  1. Weeknight Meats: Their sweet glaze contrasts wonderfully with the savory flavors of roasted chicken, grilled steak, meatloaf recipe or pork chops.
  2. Holiday Feasts: They’re a colorful and tasty side dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinners, complementing turkey, ham, or prime rib.
  3. Fish: Their sweetness pairs beautifully with the mild flavors of baked or air fryer salmon or other fish options too.

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Filed Under:  Easter, Side Dishes, Stovetop, Vegetables

Comments

  1. I can’t believe I have not commented on these carrots already. This is my go to recipe. Love how easy and packed with flavor they are. Serving alongside some meatloaf tonight. Can’t wait to dig into this meal

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