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Honey-Glazed Carrots Recipe

Sweet, buttery, and perfectly tender — these Honey-Glazed Carrots make a quick and delicious side dish for any dinner or holiday meal. Ready in under 25 minutes, they’re a family favorite that brings color and flavor to your table.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound 450 g carrots, peeled and sliced into ½-inch rounds or sticks
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar optional for extra sweetness
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon lemon juice optional, adds brightness
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Peel the carrots. Cut them into even slices or sticks.
  2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
  3. Add the carrots and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until tender.
  4. Drain the carrots and set them aside.
  5. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  6. Add the honey and brown sugar. Stir well until it starts to bubble.
  7. Add the cooked carrots to the skillet.
  8. Stir to coat the carrots with the glaze.
  9. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until shiny and slightly caramelized.
  10. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  11. Add lemon juice for brightness, if using.
  12. Garnish with chopped parsley.
  13. Serve warm and enjoy!