Categories 30 Minutes or Less, Easy Recipes, Family-Friendly Meals, Side Dish, Thanksgiving Recipes

Honey Roasted Carrots With Garlic Butter

by Annmarie

Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots make a beautiful addition to a Sunday roast, and they’re especially delicious alongside a hearty slice of meatloaf. Roasting brings out the carrots’ natural sweetness while giving the edges a gorgeous golden finish.

A touch of honey helps the carrots caramelize as they roast, while butter adds richness and garlic brings an irresistible savory aroma. The result is a delicious balance of sweet and savory in every bite.

There’s something about honey carrots that makes them so easy to love, but adding garlic butter takes them a step further. The combination of buttery richness, savory garlic, and sweet honey gives these roasted carrots plenty of flavor.

They’re the kind of side dish that feels right at home on a comforting dinner table. The vibrant color and caramelized edges make them just as inviting to look at as they are delicious to eat.

Serve these roasted carrots alongside juicy meatloaf or your favorite Sunday roast for a comforting, flavor-packed meal. The sweet and savory combination is one that guests will be happy to see on the table.

Honey Roasted Carrots With Garlic Butter

Honey Roasted Carrots With Garlic Butter

Honey Roasted Carrots With Garlic Butter
No Ratings

Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots are a rich and flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with a Sunday roast or a hearty slice of meatloaf. Roasting enhances their natural sweetness while honey adds a caramelized glaze, making each bite a delicious balance of sweet and savory.

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds carrots washed and peeled, or unpeeled
  • 1/3 cup butter
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt plus more for seasoning
  • 1 pinch black pepper cracked
  • 2 tablespoons parsley fresh, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Coat a large baking sheet lightly with nonstick cooking spray and set it aside.
  2. Prepare the carrots by trimming off the ends and cutting each one into thirds.
  3. Place the butter in a skillet over medium heat and let it melt. Stir in the honey and continue cooking until the two are fully combined. Add the garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
  4. Add the carrots to the skillet and toss well to cover them with the honey-butter mixture. Cook for another minute, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Spread the coated carrots across the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, making sure they have enough room to cook evenly.
  6. Roast for about 20 minutes, or until the carrots are tender enough to pierce with a fork. For crisp, lightly charred edges, broil or grill the carrots on high heat for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
  7. Optional: Transfer the carrots back to the skillet and cook over high heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce reduces into a thicker glaze. See notes.
  8. Taste and add more salt or pepper if needed. Finish with a sprinkle of parsley.
  9. Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving platter and serve immediately.

Notes

Tip: If too much water has been released from the carrots while roasting and you want a thick glaze, transfer the carrots into the skillet and add a cornstarch slurry to the sauce (1/2 teaspoon cornstarch to 2 teaspoons water), while stirring it though quickly until the sauce thickens. Repeat until reaching your desired consistency.

© Annmarie
Let us know if you liked this recipe. Try the other recipe categories as well!