Cinnamon Glazed Baby Carrots
Transform your side dish game with these irresistible Cinnamon Glazed Baby Carrots—an easy recipe that combines tender baby carrots with a glossy, sweet-spiced glaze. Perfectly cooked in just 25 minutes, this dish features a harmonious blend of buttery brown sugar, golden honey, and fragrant cinnamon, creating a luscious, caramel-like coating that takes simple carrots to gourmet heights. Finished with a pinch of salt and an optional garnish of fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, these glazed carrots are ideal for holiday feasts, weeknight dinners, or any occasion that calls for a touch of indulgence. Serve warm and watch this crowd-pleaser steal the spotlight on your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound baby carrots
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the baby carrots thoroughly under cold water. If needed, peel them to remove any rough spots.
In a large sauté pan or skillet, add the water and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
Add the baby carrots to the boiling water. Cover and reduce the heat to medium, allowing the carrots to steam for 8-10 minutes or until tender. Drain any excess water from the pan.
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the butter to the pan with the carrots and let it melt completely.
Stir in the brown sugar, honey, and cinnamon. Mix well to evenly coat the carrots with the glaze.
Sprinkle the salt over the carrots and continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens and the carrots are lightly caramelized.
Remove the pan from the heat. If desired, sprinkle with fresh parsley for a touch of color and flavor.
Transfer the glazed baby carrots to a serving dish and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
672 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.1 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.3 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 1496 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.8 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1534 mg | 33% | |
*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.
