Glazed Carrots (The Best Christmas-Thanksgiving Recipe)
No holiday feast is complete without a side dish that balances savory mains with a touch of natural sweetness. Enter Glazed Carrots — the perfect addition to your Christmas or Thanksgiving table. These tender carrots are simmered in a buttery honey glaze, delivering a glossy finish and irresistible flavor.
Not only are they beautiful on the plate, but they’re also incredibly simple to prepare. Whether you’re serving roast turkey, ham, or beef, these glazed carrots will shine as a comforting and elegant side dish.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled and sliced diagonally into ½-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook carrots for 5–6 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in honey, brown sugar, cinnamon (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook for 1–2 minutes until glaze thickens slightly.
- Add carrots to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the glaze.
- Simmer for another 3–4 minutes until carrots are glossy and fully tender.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Why You’ll Love This Dish
- Holiday favorite: A must-have for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners.
- Naturally sweet & savory: Butter, honey, and brown sugar balance perfectly.
- Quick prep: Ready in just 20 minutes.
- Kid-friendly: A side dish even picky eaters enjoy.
Glazed Carrots (The Best Christmas-Thanksgiving Recipe)
Tender carrots simmered in a buttery honey glaze, the perfect sweet and savory holiday side dish for Christmas and Thanksgiving.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Boil carrots in salted water for 5–6 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Stir in honey, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Cook 1–2 minutes until glaze thickens slightly.
- Add carrots to skillet and toss to coat in glaze.
- Simmer 3–4 minutes until glossy and tender.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra holiday warmth. For savory variation, replace honey with maple syrup and add thyme.
