Go Back
–+ servings
A plate of homemade honey butter glazed carrots on a white kitchen counter

Honey Butter Glazed Carrots

Sweet, buttery, and perfectly glazed carrots in just 15 minutes — a simple homemade side dish that feels festive without the fuss.
Print Pin
Course: Side Dish, Dinner
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 185kcal
Cost: $4

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Colander
  • 1 Wooden spoon or spatula
  • 1 Chef’s knife
  • 1 Vegetable peeler
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 pounds baby carrots or regular carrots peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter use salted butter and skip extra salt if preferred
  • 3 tablespoons honey pure honey for best flavor
  • ½ teaspoon salt enhances sweetness
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper adds balance
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Optional Additions

  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or sage earthy flavor
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 pinch cinnamon or nutmeg for warm spice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest brightens flavor

Instructions

  • Boil carrots until just tender.
  • Drain and pat dry.
  • Melt butter in pan over medium heat.
  • Stir in honey, salt, and pepper.
  • Add carrots back and toss to coat.
  • Cook until shiny and slightly thick.
  • Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 150g | Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 1.5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.5g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 220mg | Potassium: 320mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 19500IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 0.4mg