Description
Honey Glazed Carrots are a delightful side dish featuring tender roasted carrots coated in a sweet and spiced honey glaze. This simple yet flavorful recipe combines honey, garlic, cinnamon, and ginger, perfectly caramelizing in the oven for a comforting and vibrant addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled
- ¼ cup honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or ghee
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For Garnish (optional)
- Parsley, thyme or other herbs
Instructions
- Prep Carrots: Dice the peeled carrots on a diagonal into 1 to 1.5 inch pieces. If the carrots are very large or thick, slice them in half lengthwise to ensure even cooking.
- Toss Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced carrots with honey, minced garlic, melted butter or ghee, olive oil, cinnamon, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to coat all pieces evenly.
- Roast Carrots: Spread the glazed carrots in a single layer on a heavy-duty sheet pan. Roast in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 25 minutes, tossing them halfway through to ensure even caramelization.
- Optional Broil: For extra caramelization, broil the carrots for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the edges are slightly browned and crispy.
- Serve: Transfer the roasted honey-glazed carrots to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, thyme, or your choice of herbs. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use a heavy-duty sheet pan to avoid warping during roasting.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Honey glazed carrots can be frozen for up to 3 months; reheat in the microwave until warm.
- Adjust cinnamon and ginger amounts according to your spice preference for a milder or stronger flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
