Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots
These Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots are the ultimate side dish—tender, caramelized, and bursting with sweet and savory flavor! Roasted to perfection and coated in a rich garlic butter and honey glaze, they’re an easy yet elegant addition to any meal. Whether you're serving them at a holiday gathering or weeknight dinner, these butter roasted carrots will steal the show. Just a handful of ingredients transform simple roasted carrots into a dish that’s packed with flavor and absolutely irresistible.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots peeled and cut on the diagonal (rainbow carrots add a fun visual twist!)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic finely minced
- 2 tablespoons honey local honey adds amazing depth
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prep Your Carrots: Wash, peel, and cut carrots into even-sized pieces—cutting on a diagonal helps them roast beautifully and cook evenly.
- Make the Honey Garlic Butter: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant (don’t let it burn!). Stir in honey, salt, and pepper.
- Toss to Coat: Place carrots in a large mixing bowl or directly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Pour the honey garlic butter mixture over the carrots and toss until they’re fully coated.
- Roast to Perfection: Spread the carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes, or until tender and caramelized at the edges. Give them a quick toss halfway through for even roasting.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top right before serving. For extra wow-factor, drizzle a little extra honey over the carrots during the final 5 minutes of roasting for a glossy, irresistible glaze.
Notes
- Don’t Crowd the Pan: Give carrots enough space so they roast, not steam.
- Use Cold Butter and Garlic First: Start garlic in butter from cold to extract more flavor gently.
- Want Extra Sweetness? Add a splash more honey right at the end of roasting.
- Keep It Rustic: You can leave the skins on organic carrots for more texture and nutrients.