Enjoy freshly cooked carrots with hints of warm brown sugar, honey, and parsley as a finishing touch. Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Carrots can instantly transform any dinner recipe into something much more sophisticated.

When cooking dinner, you may find that something is missing from your meal. Perhaps you have the main dish sorted out, but you need a hearty vegetable side to go with it.

In such a situation, glazed carrots with honey and brown sugar can come in handy and complete your meal perfectly.

Carrots are nutrient-rich, containing significant amounts of vitamins A and K, as well as fiber. They also have antioxidants!

So, this recipe is not only delicious, but it is a great way to nourish your body. You can also try my mouthwatering Fried Carrots recipe if you love this vegetable!

Why You’ll Love Glazed Carrots

• These carrots turn out perfectly tender. The buttery, sweet glaze reduces and becomes nice and thick, coating each carrot and giving it an irresistible flavor.
• This side dish is certainly family-friendly. The delicate sweetness of the carrots makes the vegetables much more approachable for kids. Especially if you serve it with a holiday meal that’s very savory or has some spice, the honeyed carrots help to create an overall balance. It is the perfect side dish!
• Moreover, it has a quick preparation and cooking time. The best part about this carrots recipe is that if you use baby carrots, you only need to chop the parsley. You just need 10 minutes! So you can spend time focusing on other aspects of the meal. If you use whole carrots, cut them into bite-sized pieces.

Ingredients Needed

Brown sugar honey glazed carrots is one of the simplest side dishes you can make for your holiday table! The entire ingredient list is short. Here are some of the simple ingredients you need:

• Baby Carrots: Since they are small, you don’t need to worry about chopping them, and they cook quickly. If you want to use large regular carrots, you can cut them down into ½ inch slices, which promotes even cooking.
• Honey: The honey has a pleasant flavor that amplifies the naturally sweet undertones in the vegetable.
• Brown Sugar: This ingredient gives the carrots a caramelized flavor. The molasses in the sugar pairs well with honey and balances the salt and pepper.

You will also need a couple more ingredients like unsalted butter, salt and black pepper, so make sure to check out the recipe card for the full recipe!

How To Make Honey Glazed Carrots With Brown Sugar

This is a great side dish to make for busy weeknights or special occasions. Here are step-by-step instructions on how to make this easy carrot side dish.

1. Melt unsalted butter in a skillet.
2. Add carrots and cook until slightly browned.
3. Add water, a little brown sugar, honey, salt and pepper to the pan.
4. Simmer until the liquid reduces, forms a beautiful glaze, and coats the carrots.
5. Garnish with minced parsley and serve. You could also garnish with other fresh herbs.

Substitutions and Variations

There are plenty of ways to customize the dish and make it your own. Here are a few ideas for you!

• Make them sweet and spicy: This recipe is the perfect opportunity to add some spice to your meal! Add a dash of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika, but not so much that it overpowers the dish.
• Use a different type of sweetener: You can replace the honey with maple syrup or agave nectar if you wish. Any of these ingredients will help the carrots to caramelize, enhancing their natural delightful taste.
• Add parsnips: If you’re looking for a delicious variation, you can use ​​½ pound of carrots and ½ pound of parsnips in your recipe. Since they are similar in texture and heartiness, they make a great combination. Be sure to cut the parsnips into pieces that are about the same size as the carrots to ensure even cooking.

Expert Tips

• Don’t use high heat. All you need is medium heat for brown sugar honey glazed carrots! Otherwise, you risk burning the glaze or the exterior of the carrots.
• Make sure to use fresh carrots. They should have a firm, snappy texture and no signs of discoloration or odor. Luckily, baby carrots last for a few weeks in the refrigerator, so you don’t have to go out and buy them the exact day you make this recipe.
• Don’t add the parsley too soon; it might turn dark or lose its fresh flavor. Wait until the cooking process is finished to use it as a garnish and give the dish a bright pop of color. You could also garnish the carrots with fresh dill.

Recipe Frequently Asked Questions

Serving Glazed Carrots

I served these brown sugar honey glazed carrots with Roasted Boneless Leg Of Lamb. You can also serve them with a wide variety of main dishes, including:

Herb Roasted Chicken

Pan Seared Lamb Chops

Pan Seared Boneless Pork Chops

Lemon Butter Salmon

More Side Dishes

Looking for more easy side dishes? Try these:

Pan Fried Brussels Sprouts With Bacon

Sautéed Vegetables

Sauteed Peppers

Garlic Butter Green Beans

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