Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Carrots

by Maria January 13, 2024, 7:36 pm 4.3k Views

Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Carrots

"Try Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Carrots – a sweet and savory side dish that's easy to make. Enjoy the perfect blend of flavors in every bite!"

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Carrots recipe, Glazed carrots

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Servings:

Equipment

Baking Sheet

Large Cast Iron Skillet

Mixing Bowl

Cutting Board

Saucepan

Whisk

Pastry Brush

Ingredients

2 lbs thin baby carrots with tops trimmed
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
4 tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons honey
¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
To taste: Salt and pepper
¼ teaspoon rosemary

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Wash and peel the carrots if desired. Cut off the tops.
In a mixing bowl, drizzle the carrots with olive oil, ensuring they are well-coated. Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper over the carrots.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease a large cast iron skillet. Arrange the seasoned carrots in a single layer.
In a small saucepan, whisk together brown sugar, honey, rosemary, Italian seasoning, balsamic vinegar, and minced garlic. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it reaches a gentle boil.
Add butter to the saucepan and let it melt into the glaze. Remove from heat.
Brush each carrot with the balsamic glaze using a pastry brush or spoon. Spoon any remaining glaze over the carrots.
Place the baking sheet or cast iron skillet in the preheated oven and roast the carrots for 20-30 minutes or until tender and slightly caramelized.
Once roasted, transfer the carrots to a serving platter. Drizzle any remaining glaze over the top for extra flavor.
Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Agave Nectar: Substitute agave nectar for honey if needed.

Fresh Whole Carrots: Use fresh whole carrots for the best flavor. If unavailable, store-bought carrots or baby carrots are acceptable.

Peeling Carrots: While peeling is optional, you can skip it for added nutrition, as the peel provides more fiber. Give the carrots a good scrub and remove any blemishes.