Sweet & Sticky Honey-Glazed Carrots That Steal the Show

These honey-glazed carrots are the perfect sweet and savory side dish—tender carrots coated in a glossy, buttery glaze with just a hint of thyme and citrus. Elegant enough for holidays, easy enough for weeknights!

🧂 Ingredients (Serves 4):

1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced on a bias
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp brown sugar (optional for extra sweetness)
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried)
1 tbsp orange juice (optional for brightness)

🍳 Instructions:

1️⃣ Prep the Carrots:
🥕 Peel and slice the carrots diagonally into ½-inch thick pieces to ensure even cooking and a pretty presentation.

2️⃣ Boil Until Tender:
💧 Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add carrots and cook for about 5–7 minutes, or until just tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.

3️⃣ Make the Glaze:
🍯 In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in honey, brown sugar (if using), thyme, salt, pepper, and orange juice. Simmer for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.

4️⃣ Glaze the Carrots:
🔥 Add the drained carrots to the skillet and toss to coat. Cook for another 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are evenly glazed and glossy.

5️⃣ Serve:
🌿 Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with extra thyme or orange zest if desired. Serve warm.

📦 Amazon Must-Haves to Help You Create the Best Honey-Glazed Carrots

🥕 Vegetable Peeler Set – Peel carrots quickly and uniformly with ease
🍯 Raw Organic Honey – Adds pure sweetness and rich flavor to your glaze
🍋 Citrus Juicer – Fresh lemon juice brightens up your dish
🍳 Nonstick Skillet – Perfect for reducing sauces and glazing evenly
🌿 Dried Thyme Leaves – Adds a subtle, earthy note when fresh herbs aren’t on hand
🥄 Silicone Cooking Spoon – Ideal for stirring without scratching your cookware

💡 Helpful Tip:

For added depth, try roasting the carrots first at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, then tossing them in the honey glaze in a hot skillet just before serving!