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Home Veg and Salad Sides Carrots

Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots

By:Nagi
Published:20 Nov '18Updated:13 Nov '20
90 Comments
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Glazed Carrots are usually made on the stove but they are so much more amazing roasted!!! Tossed with brown sugar and butter then roasted so you get gorgeous caramelised edges with a caramel-like sauce, this a super quick and easy carrot side dish that’s so outrageously delicious, you could just have a bowl of this for dinner. (I did!)

If you’re out of oven space, try this stove top version – with the same caramelisation!

Close up of Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots on a tray, fresh out of the oven

Glazed Carrots with caramelisation!

Maybe it’s because I live in Australia and not North America, but it never occurred to me to make glazed carrots without caramelised edges. Yet, when I had a scout around the internet before publishing this recipe, I was somewhat bemused to see that the standard recipe seems to be made on the stove without any caramelisation.

So really, they’re boiled carrots coated in a sugary syrup. (I’m being cheeky. 😂)

But when you roast them so you get caramelised edges? OMG!!

Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots in a white dish, ready to be served

ROASTING RULES! 

Roasting trumps stove top everyday, even if they’re sautéed until golden. Roasting carrots intensifies the flavour and natural sweetness in a way you can’t achieve on the stove.

How to make Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots

This is a super quick and easy recipe. Just toss the carrots in brown sugar (or honey or maple syrup), butter and oil with a good pinch of salt and pepper. Then just roast for 25 minutes in a hot oven (220C/425F) until the carrots are caramelised on the edges. A hot oven works best so we can get caramelised edges without the carrot getting too soft and wrinkled.

What you’ll end up with is a pan of tender carrots (but not mushy soft) and enough caramel-like sauce to glaze the carrots (hence the name – Glazed Carrots!) but not so much that you feel like you’re eating a dessert.

TIP: I use both oil AND butter here. The reason is that butter provides better flavour but it burns at high temperatures. So by combining with oil, we get the best of both worlds!

How to make Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots

What to serve with glazed carrots

Glazed carrots will pair beautifully with most non-Asian meals though I wouldn’t use them with mains with a sweet sauce – too much sugar. It would be ideal to pop in the oven at the same time as this Baked Chicken Breast or Roast Chicken, or this Roast Pork with Crispy Crackling.

Have it as your side for a quick one-pan Baked Chicken and Rice, Meatloaf, or make complete a meat-free meal by adding a side of Mushroom Rice.

Some more quick dinner ideas that will pair beautifully with these Glazed Carrots:

  • Crispy Garlic Chicken Thighs (reader favourite!)

  • Beef Stroganoff

  • Crispy Pan Fried Fish

It’s a also a classic for holiday dinner tables, including Thanksgiving and Christmas.

But honestly? These Glazed Carrots are SO GOOD you might do what I did yesterday – just have a big bowl of these as a meal! – Nagi x

Close up overhead of Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots, fresh out of the oven

FAQ in BRIEF

Best carrots to use for Glazed Carrots – Any! Baby carrots, dutch carrots, standard carrots (pictured), multi coloured carrots. All types of carrots are suitable for this recipe – just cut larger carrots to size (see video or above steps).

How long does it take to roast carrots – Just 25 minutes at 220C/425F. A hot oven works best so we can get caramelised edges without the carrot getting too soft and wrinkled.

How to make Glazed Carrots on the stove – Roasting honestly brings out the best flavour in carrots, but if you’re out of oven capacity, use this Stove Top Glazed Carrots recipe.

These are too sweet for my taste! Well, these are Glazed Carrots so they are sweet! This recipe calls for 1/4 cup of brown sugar for 1 kg / 2 lb of carrots. But it can be reduced down to 1 tbsp whilst still ending up with a beautiful glaze – I do this depending on what I’m serving as the main.

Can you make Glazed Carrots ahead of time? YES! The best way is to get them out of the oven when they are tender-crisp, not super soft. They will hold up perfectly in the fridge for 2 to 5 days, then reheat in the microwave.

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Close up of Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots on a tray, fresh out of the oven

Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots

Author: Nagi
Prep: 10 minutes mins
Cook: 25 minutes mins
Total: 35 minutes mins
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4.95 from 35 votes
Servings5 as a side
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Recipe video above. The most amazing quick and easy roasted carrots! Roasting brings out the best in carrots, always. And the caramelised edges are the BEST - it's the only way I make Glazed Carrots!

Ingredients

  • 1 kg / 2 lb carrots , peeled (Note 1)
  • 1/4 cup (40g) brown sugar , loosely packed (Note 2)
  • 2 garlic cloves , minced
  • 2 tbsp butter (30g) , melted (or olive oil)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Parsley , for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 220C/425F (standard) or 200C/400F (fan).
  • Cut carrot on the diagonal into 4cm / 1.75” lengths. Halve thicker end so they are all roughly the same width.
  • Toss in a bowl with sugar, butter, garlic, oil, salt and pepper. Pour onto tray, spread out.
  • Roast 15 minutes. Toss, then roast a further 10 minutes until soft and caramelised on the edges with plenty of glaze left on the tray.
  • Toss carrots in the glaze, sprinkle with parsley if using. Serve warm.

Recipe Notes:

* Nice holiday touch is to add ½ tsp of cinnamon! For a kick, add cayenne pepper.
1. Carrots - use any type of carrots. Baby, dutch, purple or standard (as I have done)
2. Sugar - Can be substituted with honey or maple syrup, and can reduce down to 1 tbsp.
Nutrition per serving.
Nutrition Facts
Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
Amount Per Serving
Calories 191 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Cholesterol 12mg4%
Sodium 414mg18%
Potassium 654mg19%
Carbohydrates 30g10%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 20g22%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 33555IU671%
Vitamin C 12.2mg15%
Calcium 77mg8%
Iron 0.7mg4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 191cal (10%)Carbohydrates: 30g (10%)Protein: 2g (4%)Fat: 7g (11%)Saturated Fat: 3g (19%)Cholesterol: 12mg (4%)Sodium: 414mg (18%)Potassium: 654mg (19%)Fiber: 5g (21%)Sugar: 20g (22%)Vitamin A: 33555IU (671%)Vitamin C: 12.2mg (15%)Calcium: 77mg (8%)Iron: 0.7mg (4%)
Keywords: Glazed Carrots, Roasted Carrots
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90 Comments

  1. Erin says

    December 1, 2023 at 12:02 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious!! They impressed the guests 🙂

    Reply
  2. Frances Storrs says

    September 10, 2023 at 1:36 pm

    5 stars
    I love all the recipes. Thank you for sharing 😊

    Reply
  3. Juliet says

    July 2, 2023 at 1:07 pm

    5 stars
    Amazing and everybody loved them even non Vege eaters

    Reply
  4. Dani says

    April 10, 2023 at 6:17 am

    5 stars
    Yummy and easy!

    Reply
  5. Pammela Denise Jackson says

    January 16, 2023 at 9:45 am

    5 stars
    Absolutely scrumptious! I halved the spices since I had 1 lb of carrots. This was perfect not too sweet at all and a savory essence!

    Reply
  6. Vicki says

    December 29, 2022 at 10:39 am

    5 stars
    This was fantastic! Very easy and inexpensive to make. The only modification I made was that I only used 1# of baby carrots with all the good stuff on it. YUM!

    Reply
  7. Cate says

    December 27, 2022 at 12:00 pm

    5 stars
    These carrots were brilliant – absolutely delicious! Thank you for the recipe!

    Reply
  8. Joni says

    December 16, 2022 at 2:24 am

    5 stars
    This is a SUPER easy recipe and my family loves it! THANK YOU! I am a Weight Watcher Lifetime Member and I lighten it by eliminating the butter (using olive oil spray) and using Swerve Brown Sugar (Erythritol based zero net carbs per serv) and a splash of Lakanto Maple Flavored Syrup (Monkfruit based 1 net carb per serv). This takes it from 20g sugar to ZERO. Try it! Your Holiday table won’t even know the difference and it’s a BEAUTIFUL dish!

    Reply
  9. Cheryl says

    December 12, 2022 at 3:10 am

    Has anyone made these ahead of time and how would you reheat?

    Reply
    • Dez says

      December 26, 2022 at 2:43 pm

      5 stars
      👋 I made these last night for Christmas they are delicious! But best fresh. If reheating I would recommend air fryer/ or oven to keep the crisp.

      Reply
  10. Bronwen says

    November 25, 2022 at 10:14 am

    5 stars
    These were the perfect compliment to a garlic herb butter slow cooker chicken and cornbread dressing (our Thanksgiving meal.) I added a little orange zest for extra zip and it was a real hit!

    Reply
  11. Mel says

    July 9, 2022 at 3:51 pm

    5 stars
    So easy – love with everything!!

    Reply
  12. Cece says

    May 28, 2022 at 5:51 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious! Lovely and crunchy, not too overpoweringly sweet. My grandfather couldn’t get enough of them, and he’s a picky man.

    Reply
  13. lillian says

    April 20, 2022 at 6:30 am

    5 stars
    Delicious, I’ve made these a few times.
    Love all your recipes. 😄👏👏

    Reply
  14. Lexi says

    February 2, 2022 at 7:47 am

    5 stars
    How much is one serving worth? Also, how much would one-half servings of carrots be for this recipe?

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      February 2, 2022 at 7:04 pm

      Hi Lexi – I am not sure what you are asking? Did you want to the cost of making a serve? Or the size of a serving? N x

      Reply
  15. Jade says

    January 7, 2022 at 10:02 am

    5 stars
    I cannot stand carrots… except for these ones 😍

    Reply
  16. Tia says

    December 20, 2021 at 9:12 am

    5 stars
    I made this for Christmas last year and it was such a hit I got asked to make it again this year! It’s a big winner and so so easy. The perfect side dish!

    Reply
  17. Sharon says

    December 8, 2021 at 9:57 am

    5 stars
    So good!

    Reply
  18. Megan Bickel says

    November 24, 2021 at 2:44 pm

    Hello! I am making this recipe for Thanksgiving and was curious if light or dark brown sugar should be used?

    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      November 25, 2021 at 5:35 pm

      I use light, Megan, unless it specifies dark in the recipe but either one will work here – the colour will be darker if you choose dark brown. N x

      Reply
  19. Anne says

    November 18, 2021 at 7:43 am

    What siz pan should I use and how many servings will you get from this recipe ?

    Reply
  20. Judith Stuurman says

    November 14, 2021 at 5:34 am

    I’ve been wondering all along how can I make delicious carrots.Tomorrow I’ll try it.Thank you

    Reply
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