Cracker Barrel Baby Carrots
Bring the taste of comfort dining to your table with this Cracker Barrel Baby Carrots recipe—an irresistible side dish bursting with buttery sweetness and home-cooked charm. These tender, fork-soft baby carrots are simmered to perfection, then coated in a luscious glaze of melted butter and granulated sugar for that signature restaurant-style flavor. With just one pound of carrots, a handful of pantry staples, and 25 minutes of cook time, you can easily recreate this classic southern dish that's as simple as it is satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday gatherings, or as a kid-approved side, these glazed carrots are a timeless favorite that pairs seamlessly with roasted meats or hearty casseroles. Serve warm and savor the taste of homestyle goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound baby carrots
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Rinse the baby carrots thoroughly under cold water and drain well.
In a medium-sized saucepan, add 1 cup of water and bring it to a boil over medium heat.
Add the rinsed baby carrots to the saucepan and sprinkle with salt. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pan with a lid.
Cook the carrots for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Once the carrots are tender, drain any excess water from the pan, leaving about 1-2 tablespoons in the bottom.
Reduce the heat to low and add the butter and granulated sugar to the carrots.
Gently stir the carrots until the butter is fully melted and the sugar has dissolved, creating a light glaze that coats the carrots.
Continue to cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens slightly.
Remove the pan from heat and transfer the glazed carrots to a serving bowl.
Serve warm and enjoy your Cracker Barrel-style baby carrots!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
696 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.1 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.3 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 102 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 2082 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.9 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1474 mg | 31% | |
*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.
