Candy Carrot Coins
Transform your everyday side dish into a show-stopping delight with these irresistibly sweet and buttery Candy Carrot Coins. Featuring tender carrot slices coated in a luscious brown sugar and cinnamon glaze, this simple yet elegant recipe is ready in just 25 minutes. The natural sweetness of the carrots is elevated with a hint of vanilla and a glossy glaze that perfectly balances savory and sweet flavors. Perfect for holidays, weeknight dinners, or making vegetables exciting for picky eaters, these caramelized carrots are as versatile as they are delicious. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve alongside your favorite main course for a dish that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 cup water
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them into 1/4-inch thick coins, ensuring even thickness for uniform cooking.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat until it is fully melted and slightly bubbly.
Add the carrot slices to the skillet and stir them to coat in the melted butter.
Sprinkle the brown sugar over the carrots and stir to combine. Let the carrots cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the water and add the salt and ground cinnamon. Stir to distribute the seasonings evenly.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the carrots cook for 7-8 minutes, or until they are tender and can easily be pierced with a fork.
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium. Allow the liquid to reduce and thicken into a glossy glaze, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. This will take about 3-5 minutes.
Once the glaze has thickened, stir in the vanilla extract. Adjust seasoning to taste, adding a pinch more salt if needed.
Transfer the candy carrot coins to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.1 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.0 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 631 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 147 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
