A simple and classic side dish, this easy brown sugar glazed carrots recipe is perfect for holiday dinners or just a tasty weeknight meal.
The holidays are coming, and that means it’s time to start thinking about recipes! This brown sugar glazed carrots recipe is perfect for your Thanksgiving or Christmas feast. The sweetness of the brown sugar pairs perfectly with the natural flavor of carrots, and the glaze gives them a delicious coating. Your guests will love these!
They’re easy to make and sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, they’re perfect for any occasion – not just Christmas! So give them a try today and bring some extra cheer to your next gathering.
Cook these longer than directed for more tender and even more delicious caramelization! They are addictively good.
Can You Cut and Prepare the Carrots Ahead of Time?
Yes, you can cut and prepare your carrots up to 2-3 days prior to cooking.
I recommend making them fresh or using a bag of baby carrots if you don’t have time, but as long as they are stored in an air tight container in the fridge, this works just fine.
Ingredients for Glazed Carrots
Carrots – Make sure they are cute uniformly so all the carrots cook at the same rate. You can also use baby carrots.
Brown Sugar – You can substitute maple syrup or soney here.
Butter – Use salted butter, if you use unsalted, add a little more salt.
Salt – Helps make all the flavours really shine.
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How to Make Glazed Carrots
Serves 6 | Prep Time 5 mins | Cook Time 15 mins
Ingredients:
2 lbs carrots peeled and cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped
Directions:
Place the carrots in a large pan and add 1 cup of water.
Bring the carrots to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes or until carrots are tender, and drain.
Add the butter, brown sugar and salt to the pan.
Stir to coat the carrots, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens, about 5 mins.
You can cook continue to cook until you reach your desired amount of tenderness and browning.
Sprinkle with parsley if desired, and serve.
Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
A simple and classic side dish, this easy brown sugar glazed carrots recipe is perfect for holiday dinners or just a tasty weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs carrots peeled and cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Place the carrots in a large pan and add 1 cup of water.
- Bring the carrots to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes or until carrots are tender, and drain.
- Add the butter, brown sugar and salt to the pan.
- Stir to coat the carrots, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens, about 5 mins.
- You can cook continue to cook until you reach your desired amount of tenderness and browning.
- Sprinkle with parsley if desired, and serve.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Amount Per Serving: Calories: 150Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 345mgCarbohydrates: 20gFiber: 5gSugar: 13gProtein: 1g
Liz Lampman is a coffee-fuelled Mom of 2 girls and lives in Hamilton, Ontario. She enjoys cooking and baking, food photography, and reading.