This honey glazed carrot recipe is a testament to the fact that sometimes, the most basic ingredients can create a delicious flavorful dish. With just carrots, honey, and butter, you can whip up a side that's perfect for any occasion - from a weeknight dinner to a holiday feast. Get ready to be impressed at how quickly and easily these sweet and savory carrots come together.
The above carrots are carrots I loved when I worked for a catering company in college. Everyone loved them, and I was surprised at how easy they were to make!
If you are looking for some other ways to make carrots, I've made air fryer honey roasted carrots and also these fancy looking but easy oven roasted carrots. They are all easy and delicious recipes, just choose the one based on how you'd like to make it!
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Why I love these carrots
Glazed carrots are really easy and use just a few ingredients that you already have at home!
The balance of sweet honey and savory butter creates an irresistible flavor combination.
From prep to plate, this dish can be ready in under 30 minutes. It's so quick and easy!
Carrots are a great source of vitamins and fiber, making this dish not only delicious but also good for you.
Ingredients
Only three simple ingredients for this delicious but easy side.
2 lbs carrots, peeled and sliced (or you can use baby carrots)
¼ cup honey (if you are out of honey, use brown sugar - a different taste but still delicious)
¼ cup salted butter - or use, unsalted butter and add ¼ teaspoon salt.
Instructions
Step 1
Steam carrots for about 5-7 minutes until they are crisp-tender. You want them just a little under done because you will be cooking in the glaze for another couple of minutes. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
In the saucepan you used to cook carrots, melt butter, and add honey. Stir together and heat on low for a couple of minutes.
Add steamed carrots, stir them in the honey and butter for a couple of minutes.
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Serve and garnish with parsley, if desired.
FAQs
You can also boil the carrots. Test with a fork after 4 minutes to see if they are the desired tender crisp texture.
Yes! You can use any kind of carrots. Just make sure you adjust the cooking time so they aren't overcooked.
Storage
Stores well in the refrigerator for up to three days. Heats well using the microwave. I don't freeze this side dish.
Other Easy Vegetable Sides
Printable Recipe
Honey Glazed Carrots (stovetop)
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots peeled and sliced into coins
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup butter I use salted (can use unsalted and add ⅛ teaspoon salt)
Instructions
- Steam or boil cut carrots (I cut them into coins) until they are crisp tender. Note that they will be cooked a couple of minutes in the glaze. When finished, drain and set aside.
- Melt butter and mix butter and honey together. Let it lightly simmer for a couple of minutes.
- Add carrots back to pot and stir well. Leave it on low heat for a couple of minutes to ensure carrots are heated through. This is not a thick glaze, but a coating that adds a sweat flavor to the carrots.
Notes
Baby carrots can be used instead of slicing carrots.
Brown sugar (¼ cup, packed) can be substituted for honey. Storage
Can be refrigerated for up to 4 days in a covered container.
Nutrition (I am not a nutritionist. These are estimates only)
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Initially published April, 2016.
Lori
I confess, I always ignore the "Garnish with..." line at the end of a recipe. Just can't be bothered! Maybe if I was hosting a dinner party but not for regular family meals. Feel free to send your teenagers here for dinner.