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Brown Sugar Glazed Carrotsare the most delicious side dish! They're easy to make, full of flavor and have just the right amount of sweetness!
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When I'm looking for a quick and easy side dish recipethe entire family will enjoy, I many times turn to a bag of steamed veggies or a salad kit. But let's be honest, that gets BORING.
We've been on a bit of a carrot kick lately and the kids are loving it! (happy kids = happy mama, right?!) Everyone seems to be loving theRanch Roasted Baby Carrots, so I decided to try another variation! And let me tell you, these will NOT disappoint!
Why I Love this easy Glazed Carrots recipe
- They're easy enough for everyday meals, but also perfect for a holiday dinner andspecial occasions.
- It's an inexpensive side dish!
- Just a few ingredients & minimal effort needed!
- You can use baby carrots OR larger carrots cut into diagonal slices.
- They work well with just about any main dish!
- Simply put, they're always a huge crowd pleaser!!
Ingredients Needed
Well, it's a short list of simple ingredientswhich I think is always a plus!
- Baby Carrots- Bag of baby carrots, or you can also use regular carrots (simply peel the whole carrots and cut them into ½" thick coins)
- Melted Butter- I prefer to use salted butter.
- Brown Sugar- Light or Dark brown sugar will do!
- Salt
- Cinnamon- optional, but highly recommended!
How to make Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots in the Oven
This carrot recipe is an incredibly easy side dish to prepare.
You'll start by placing the carrots in the bottom of a casserole dish.
Melt butter and drizzle over the carrots.
Sprinkle with brown sugar, salt and cinnamon.
Give the carrots a quick stir to make sure they're all coated.
Place it in the oven, and allow them to roast for approximately 30 minutes.
How to make glazed carrots on the stove top
If you'd rather avoid using the oven, no problem at all! Preparing these on the stove is just as convenient and saves on oven space when you're preparing a holiday meal.
Simply place all the ingredients along with ¼ cup of water (or orange juice!) into a saucepan, cover it with a lid, and cook for 10 minutes while covered. Then, remove the lid and continue cooking until the carrots become tender and develop a beautiful glaze.
The cooking time mentioned in the recipe ensures tender carrots, but you can play with the texture. If you like your carrots with a bit more bite, reduce the cooking time slightly. If you want them super tender and caramelized, extend the cooking time a bit. These brown sugar glazed carrots are a must-have side dish, perfect side dish for those busy weeknights, as they can be ready on your dinner table in just 30 minutes (in the oven OR on the stove)!
Can I make glazed carrots ahead of time?
Absolutely! If you're gearing up for a large family gathering and want to get ahead of the game, no worries! You have the option to prepare the carrots in advance and store them in anairtight containerin the refrigerator.
When you're ready to enjoy them, place them in a saucepan over medium-low heat and stir frequently to prevent the brown sugar mixture from sticking to the pan. Once they're nice and hot, they're ready to serve!
It's worth noting that reheating them ahead of time may cause the carrots to lose a bit of their vibrant color, which is the trade-off for the convenience of pre-cooking.
Other Side Dishes You'll Love
Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar
Buttery Mashed Potatoes
Homemade Dinner Rolls
Cornbread Pudding
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Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
Author:Kelsey
Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots are the most delicious side dish! They're easy to make, full of flavor and have just the right amount of sweetness!
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 179 kcal
Equipment
One Baking Dish
Ingredients
- 1 pound baby carrots
- 3 tablespoons salted butter melted
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon optional
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Add the carrots to a 9x13 baking dish.
Drizzle the melted butter over the carrots then sprinkle with salt and brown sugar.
If you'd like to add cinnamon, sprinkle that on top.
Stir to coat the carrots and evenly distribute the brown sugar.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until carrots are tender.
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Notes
Feel free to use a pound of large carrots instead. Simply peel and cut into ¼ inch diagonally-sliced coins.
Nutrition
Calories: 179kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 0.8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 306mgPotassium: 290mgFiber: 3gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 15903IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 51mgIron: 1mg
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Heather says
Can I tripple this recipe? Would the cooking time change?
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kelsey says
Yes, you can absolutely triple the recipe! As long as the carrots are still in a single layer (not piled onto each other), it should be the same cooking time! :). ~Kelsey
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Grace Sizemore says
I haven't made your recipes yet (just found your site) but I'm going to make the baked beans from scratch for Easter dinner at my sister-in-laws this weekend. I'm thinking I'll blow them away!!
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kelsey says
Yes!!! I hope you and the family love them!!!! ~Kelsey
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Samantha says
Can I use dark brown sugar?
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kelsey says
Yes!! That should work great! ~Kelsey
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Jane says
Do you cover the carrots while cooking?
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kelsey says
No need to cover them! However, if you feel like the brown sugar is starting to over-brown (or sticking to the pan), you can cover them with foil until the carrots are tender. ~Kelsey
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