These Honey Glazed Baby Carrots are made with simple ingredients like carrots, creamy butter, and a touch of honey. A healthy, flavorful, and easy side dish the whole family will love!
Not only are they budget-friendly and made with pantry staples, but they also come together in just minutes. They’re the perfect choice for a busy weeknight dinner, a holiday meal, or anytime you want something quick, delicious, and fuss-free.
This post was originally published in June 2017 and updated in August 2025 with easier-to-follow instructions and fresh photos.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick & Easy: This simple side dish comes together in just minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dinners.
- Budget-Friendly: Made with simple, inexpensive ingredients you probably already have on hand.
- Always a Hit: The buttery honey glaze adds just the right amount of sweetness, so everyone will love them, even picky eaters.
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Ingredient Notes
This simple recipe uses just three ingredients, which means not many swaps are needed. Still, there are a few substitutions worth noting below.
- Carrots: Just a bag of carrots is all you need, they’re already washed, trimmed and ready to go. You can certainly use whole carrots that are peeled and cut into shorter pieces.
- Honey: We love using honey but maple syrup or brown sugar are great vegan alternatives.
- Butter: I like unsalted butter for this but you can use margarine or olive oil if that’s what you have.
Optional Add-Ins
Easy Glazed Carrots are delicious on their own, but here are a few ways to boost the flavor. Below are some suggestions:
- Top with dried or fresh parsley right before serving.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Sprinkle with a little salt and black pepper.
Step-By-Step Photos
See recipe card below with ingredient amounts and detailed instructions.
Simmer carrots for about 10 minutes or until tender.
Add butter and honey to drained carrots and toss to coat.
Serving Suggestions
These easy honey glazed carrots are a delicious side dish that go with many main dishes (including several from my What to Serve with Mac and Cheese guide!). Below are a few ideas:
Storage
Stir leftover carrots in the fridge in an airtight container for 3-5 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! Just use nondairy margarine or olive oil instead of butter.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days.
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Honey Glazed Baby Carrots
Ingredients
- 1 pound baby carrots
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Place carrots in a medium saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and cover, cook for 10 minutes over medium-low heat, or until carrots are fork tender.1 pound baby carrots
- Drain well.
- Add honey and butter and toss to coat.2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon butter
They are a perfectly light and delicious snack!
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