Here’s a simple yet irresistible recipe for Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots—sweet, savory, buttery, and caramelized to perfection. The ultimate side dish that’s as good for holiday dinners as it is for weeknight meals.
🥕 Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots
Ingredients
- 2 lbs carrots (peeled, cut into sticks or left whole if baby carrots)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Optional: 1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley for garnish
- Optional: a pinch of chili flakes for heat or 1/4 tsp thyme for an herby note
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the carrots:
- Peel and trim the carrots. Slice thick carrots in half lengthwise to ensure even roasting.
- Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Make the glaze:
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Toss & coat:
- Pour the honey garlic butter over the carrots and toss to coat evenly.
- Spread them out in a single layer so they roast properly (not steam).
- Roast:
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the carrots are fork-tender and caramelized at the edges.
- Finish & serve:
- Garnish with parsley (and chili flakes if using) before serving.
- Spoon any remaining glaze from the pan over the top for extra flavor.
🌟 Tips
- Want extra browning? Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.
- For a deeper flavor, roast with a splash of balsamic vinegar.
- Baby carrots work too—just extend roasting time by 5–10 minutes.