Honey Glazed Baby Carrots
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The sweet + sticky honey glaze makes these baby carrots completely irresistible in this easy 15-minute side dish!
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These baby carrots are simmered until fork tender with all that is good in this world – butter, honey, brown sugar, dill and thyme. A glaze so lovely, all the picky eaters will be devouring them in no time.
So simple yet so so good.
why i love this recipe
- Nutrition powerhouse. Baby carrots are low in calories and provide over 15 essential vitamins and minerals that are important for good health.
- Made on the stovetop. These carrots come together so quickly and easily without taking up any oven real estate, which is particularly important during the holidays.
- Easy clean up. This also comes together in one single pan for an even easier clean up.
- Perfect any time of the year. Carrots can be served for holiday dinners, date night or a simple family night in. They’re a crowd-pleaser and can go with anything and everything.
tips and tricks for success
- Use baby carrots. Prep time is cut down substantially as there is zero peeling or chopping involved.
- Rinse the carrots in cold water. Baby carrots should be rinsed in cold water first, removing any residual dirt, and to prevent them from drying out.
- Add fresh herbs. Fresh dill, thyme, rosemary and/or tarragon are all great options.
- Make it seasonal. A pinch of nutmeg or ground cinnamon will go a long way, adding a touch of Fall flavors.
- Make ahead of time. Glazed carrots is another one of those holiday side dishes you can make ahead of time. Prep and cook 1-2 days before, storing in the fridge and reheating on the stovetop until warmed through.
what to serve with baby carrots
Tools For This Recipe
Large cast iron skillet
Honey Glazed Baby Carrots: Frequently Asked Questions
The honey can be substituted with a variety of sweeteners such as brown sugar, dark brown sugar or maple syrup.
You can substitute rosemary, tarragon (dried or fresh!), or any other herb of your choosing. And because dried herbs are often more potent/concentrated than fresh herbs, you need less when using dry. The correct ratio is 1 tablespoon fresh herbs to 1 teaspoon dried herbs.
Yes! Glazed baby carrots can be made 1-2 days in advance, stored in an airtight container in the fridge, reheating over low heat until heated through.
Honey Glazed Baby Carrots
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 pound baby carrots
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add carrots, honey, brown sugar, dill and thyme and gently toss to combine. Cook, stirring occasionally, until carrots are tender, about 15 minutes.*
- Serve immediately.
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I was just doing a Thanksgiving test run and making these for dinner tonight. 30 minutes and they are still not tender….what am doing wrong? I’ve had it on medium heat and now put the cover on. Thank you and the glaze tastes great, just have to get my carrots softer. 🙂
~newbie cook
I’m not too sure what went wrong – I worry that your heat source is not set appropriately or maybe your baby carrots are abnormally large!
all the recipes 4 carrots always say 15min.which ive found never 2 b enuf time! im sure ur heat source is fine. carrots r a hard veggie which require @ least 30min.if not more., when pan cooked like these. ive found microwaving them first is the trick.
That’s really strange because my carrots are ALWAYS done in 15 min! I can’t help but wonder if your carrots are just super girthy!
Same thing happened to me and I know it’s NOT my stove top new and top of the line. The carrots were hard, I. Needed up microwaving them to soften
Laurie, it may not be your new stovetop but it can be that your heat source was not set appropriately.
If you are at a high altitude, it will affect your carrot cooking.
thank you for a delicious looking and easy Thanksgiving side! Looking forwards to serving it,
Love the recipe! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Delicious! A little on the sweet side for me, but that didn’t stop me from eating my fair share of these yummy carrots.
I made this for the first time tonight. Was unsure if I would like it or not…. it was amazing. So flavorful. .. thanks for the recipe!
Yum! I love making glazed carrots and love Grimmway Farms carrots!
I think my little guy would LOVE these! =)
Oh my, I bet these are simply delicious!
No, they’re damn delicious
Made these for Thanksgiving. They were super easy and very yummy! Thanks for sharing.
I’m so glad! Easy recipes are a must for turkey day!
I need to try these out, I love not only how delicious they look but easy too! Happy Thanksgiving Chung-Ah! I hope you have a great one!
Love baby carrots. And with honey and brown sugar … just perfect!
I love how easy this is! What a perfect side dish.
baby carrots are so pretty! Love the combination of the honey. Thanks for sharing!
I’m kind of obsessed with baby carrots. That honey glaze + fresh herbs is perfection!