Description

These Honey Glazed Carrots are a delightful side dish featuring tender roasted carrots coated in a luscious blend of honey, melted butter, spices, and brown sugar. The warm spices of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and a hint of black pepper complement the natural sweetness of the carrots, finished with a fresh sprinkle of chives for a burst of color and mild onion flavor. Perfectly roasted until tender yet slightly firm, this recipe is a simple yet elegant addition to any meal.

Ingredients

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Carrot and Glaze Ingredients

4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted, ½ stick)
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1½ teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds medium carrots (peeled and trimmed)

Garnish

1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh chives

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Heat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Spray the foil lightly with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Make Glaze Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, dark brown sugar, kosher salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.
Coat Carrots: Place the peeled and trimmed carrots on the prepared baking sheet. Pour all but 2 tablespoons of the butter and spice mixture over the carrots. Toss or stir the carrots gently to coat them evenly with the glaze, and then spread them out evenly across the baking sheet, leaving a little space between each carrot for even roasting.
Roast Carrots: Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, until they are tender but still have a slight resistance when pierced with a fork, ensuring they are cooked through but not mushy.
Add Final Glaze: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and drizzle the reserved 2 tablespoons of the butter and spice mixture over the roasted carrots for an extra glossy finish and rich flavor.
Garnish and Serve: Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving platter and sprinkle with thinly sliced fresh chives for a fresh, mild onion flavor and appealing presentation. Serve warm.

Notes

To ensure even roasting, try to select carrots of similar size or slice thicker carrots in half lengthwise.
You can substitute maple syrup for honey for a different but equally delicious glaze variation.
For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the glaze mixture.
These carrots can be prepared ahead of time and reheated gently in the oven before serving.
Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.