Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Carrots

Brown sugar honey glazed carrots are the ultimate easy side dish! Ready in under 30 minutes, these tender, caramelized carrots pair perfectly with any meal. Whether it’s a holiday feast or a simple weeknight dinner, these carrots are always a hit.

The natural sweetness of the carrots gets a boost from honey and brown sugar, creating a sticky-sweet glaze that caramelizes as it bakes. They’re just sweet enough without being overpowering, making them a great complement to savory mains or even a simple grilled chicken.

These glazed baby carrots fit right in with Christmas and Thanksgiving staples, but they’re also easy enough to make any day of the week. With minimal prep and just a handful of ingredients, they’ll quickly become a favorite!

Let’s be honest—who can resist sneaking a few straight off the pan?

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

A simple fuss-free side dish with minimal ingredients

Ready in under 30 minutes

Versatile—pairs well with any protein

Perfectly tender caramelized carrots with a sweet glaze

A great balance of sweet and savory flavors

Ingredients for Baked Carrots with Brown Sugar

Baby carrots – No peeling or chopping needed. They generally come washed and ready to use.

Brown sugar and honey – Brown sugar adds depth and color, while honey adds sweetness and shine.

Butter – Helps melt and bind the glaze smoothly.

Salt and pepper – Balances the sweetness and enhances the flavor.

How to Make Brown Sugar Baby Carrots

Step 1: Add the carrots to a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer.

Step 2: Melt the butter and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and stir in honey.

A side-by-side view of a saucepan with butter and brown sugar before and after melting into a smooth, rich, golden-brown glaze.

Step 3: Pour the glaze over the carrots and toss to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper, toss again, and spread into a single layer.

Step 4: Roast in a preheated 400°F oven for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway. Once fork-tender, toss one final time before serving.

A sheet pan filled with a single layer or roasted baby carrots coated in a brown sugar honey glaze.

Pro Tip:
Skip the parchment paper! It can cause the glaze to solidify in clumps instead of coating the carrots evenly.

Storage

 

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Brown sugar honey glazed carrots are the ultimate easy side dish! Ready in under 30 minutes, these tender, caramelized carrots pair perfectly with any meal. Whether it’s a holiday feast or a simple weeknight dinner, these carrots are always a hit.

The natural sweetness of the carrots gets a boost from honey and brown sugar, creating a sticky-sweet glaze that caramelizes as it bakes. They’re just sweet enough without being overpowering, making them a great complement to savory mains or even a simple grilled chicken.

These glazed baby carrots fit right in with Christmas and Thanksgiving staples, but they’re also easy enough to make any day of the week. With minimal prep and just a handful of ingredients, they’ll quickly become a favorite!

Let’s be honest—who can resist sneaking a few straight off the pan?

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

A simple fuss-free side dish with minimal ingredients

Ready in under 30 minutes

Versatile—pairs well with any protein

Perfectly tender caramelized carrots with a sweet glaze

A great balance of sweet and savory flavors

Ingredients for Baked Carrots with Brown Sugar

Baby carrots – No peeling or chopping needed. They generally come washed and ready to use.

Brown sugar and honey – Brown sugar adds depth and color, while honey adds sweetness and shine.

Butter – Helps melt and bind the glaze smoothly.

Salt and pepper – Balances the sweetness and enhances the flavor.

How to Make Brown Sugar Baby Carrots

Step 1: Add the carrots to a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer.

Step 2: Melt the butter and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and stir in honey.

A side-by-side view of a saucepan with butter and brown sugar before and after melting into a smooth, rich, golden-brown glaze.

Step 3: Pour the glaze over the carrots and toss to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper, toss again, and spread into a single layer.

Step 4: Roast in a preheated 400°F oven for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway. Once fork-tender, toss one final time before serving.

A sheet pan filled with a single layer or roasted baby carrots coated in a brown sugar honey glaze.

Pro Tip:
Skip the parchment paper! It can cause the glaze to solidify in clumps instead of coating the carrots evenly.

Storage

 

SEE NEXT PAGE 

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