Sugar Glazed Carrots
Transform your everyday side dish into a show-stopping favorite with these irresistible Sugar Glazed Carrots! Featuring tender, perfectly cooked carrot rounds coated in a buttery brown sugar glaze, this recipe balances sweet and savory flavors with a pinch of salt and black pepper for depth. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a quick and easy crowd-pleaser ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. The glossy glaze adds a beautiful sheen, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley (optional) elevates both presentation and flavor. Serve warm for a side dish that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb carrots
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and slice the carrots into evenly sized rounds, about 1/4-inch thick, for even cooking.
In a large skillet, add the carrots and water. Cover the pan and cook over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, or until the carrots are fork-tender. Stir occasionally and ensure they don't dry out.
Once the carrots are tender, remove the lid and let any remaining water evaporate.
Add the unsalted butter, brown sugar, salt, and ground black pepper to the pan. Stir to coat the carrots in the mixture.
Cook the carrots over medium-low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sugar and butter form a glossy glaze that evenly coats the carrots.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish.
Optional: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the carrots for a pop of color and flavor.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
116 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.6 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 23 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 253 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 61 mg | 1% | |
*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.
