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These easy oven-roasted honey-glazed carrots are a simple, flavorful side dish you can make in under 30 minutes. Tender carrots are coated in a sweet honey garlic glaze and roasted until perfectly caramelized. It’s an easy vegetarian side that comes together in one pan, and is perfect for Easter, Thanksgiving, or a simple weeknight dinner
I make these honey-glazed carrots anytime I need a side dish that’s easy but still feels special. I especially love them for Easter or Thanksgiving. Roasting them in the oven brings out their natural sweetness, and the honey gives them that perfect glossy finish. It’s one of those recipes that works just as well for a weeknight dinner as for a holiday table, and I love that it comes together quickly without much effort.
You may also love this Honey Roasted Butternut Squash or these Healthy Mashed Sweet Potatoes.
Recipe Overview
Why You’ll Love These Roasted Honey Carrots
- Ready in just 30 minutes
- Roasting brings out natural sweetness
- The honey garlic glaze caramelizes in the oven
- Made with simple pantry ingredients
Ingredients needed
This is just a list of ingredients you will need to make these carrots. Full measurements are listed further down in the recipe card.
- Carrots: You may use large carrots or opt for baby carrots.
- Olive oil, or avocado oil, works just as well
- Garlic cloves: If you do not have fresh garlic, use garlic powder, but the taste will change slightly and won’t be as aromatic. You can also buy pre-minced garlic in Jars but trust me, fresh tastes best.
- Honey or maple syrup: Use maple syrup for a vegan option or agave.
- Kosher salt and Ground pepper
- Parsley: You may use any other fresh herbs to garnish, like fresh thyme.
Recipe Tips
- Cut carrots evenly: Try to slice the carrots about the same size so they roast evenly. Thicker pieces will take longer to soften.
- Do not overcrowd the pan: Spread the carrots in a single layer. If they are piled on top of each other, they will steam instead of caramelize.
- Roast at high heat: A hotter oven helps the honey glaze caramelize and gives you those golden charred edges.
- Toss halfway through: Flip or stir the carrots halfway through roasting so they brown evenly on all sides.
- Add fresh herbs at the end: If using parsley or thyme, sprinkle them on after baking so they stay bright and fresh.
- Consider adding some shredded Parmesan cheese to the honey mixture.
How to make Roasted Honey Glazed Carrots
- Preheat oven to 400F.
- Prep the carrots: First, peel and slice the carrots diagonally into 2-inch pieces.
- Season the Carrots: Next, place the carrots in a large mixing bowl. Add oil, garlic, honey/maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Then stir well until all the pieces are evenly coated.
- Bake or Roast: Arrange carrots in a single layer in a large non-stick baking pan. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until caramelized and fork-tender. Note: You can use either the bake or roast setting. I like to use the roast or convection bake setting. Either one will work just fine.
- Garnish and serve: Lastly, transfer the carrots to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Common questions
Yes, you can use baby carrots instead. Just skip slicing them since they are already small. Keep in mind, they may take slightly longer to roast since they are thicker and often have more moisture. Dry them well before adding the glaze so they caramelize properly.
Yes, you can prep the carrots in the glaze and store them in the fridge for up to 1 day before baking. You could also bake them ahead, just cook them 2-3 minutes less than directed. Then reheat in the oven before serving.
Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or the oven until heated through.
This side dish goes well with Lemon Roasted Whole Chicken, baked salsa chicken, Garlic Beef Tenderloin Roast, Mustard Maple Glaze Roast Turkey Breast, or this Honey Glazed Air Fryer Salmon.
No. Roast them uncovered. Covering traps steams and prevents them from browning and caramelizing.
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Roasted Honey Glazed Carrots
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, or avocado oil
- 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 1/2 tablespoons honey, or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper, or to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F.
- Peel and slice the 2 pounds carrots diagonally into about 2-inch pieces.
- Place the carrots in a large bowl. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3-4 garlic cloves, 2 1/2 tablespoons honey, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper. Mix well until all pieces are evenly coated.
- In a large non-stick baking pan arrange the coated carrots in a single layer.
- Place into the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until caramelized and tender.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with Chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
- Carrots: You can use orange or rainbow whole carrots.
- Garlic cloves: Buy them minced or mince fresh cloves.
- Honey: You can substitute maple syrup for a vegan option.
- Cut the carrots into the same size pieces (about 2 inches) so that they cook evenly.
- If your pan is not non-stick, line it with foil and spray with non-stick cooking spray before roasting or baking.
- Storage: Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or the oven.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Is it possible to freeze these carrots?
If you are freezing leftovers, yes, you can. But once thawed, it may be quite soft.
This is super delicious
I made this and will do it again , and it was delicious
I give it five stars
Thanks for the feedback
Can you make these in an air fryer and if so how long to cook and on what temp thanks much
Hi. yes, you can. Depending on the size, you can do 375F for 15 minutes or 400 for 10-12 mins. stop half way and either toss or shake the basket.
This was great, but with baby carrots, I needed almost an hour to cook them. 🙁 Once they were done, they were very tasty.
delicious and easy! I used baby carrots and used sea salt instead of kosher and they were delicious!
Thank you. Glad you loved it