Honey Garlic Roasted Carrots

Sweet, sticky, and caramelized at the tips, these honey garlic roasted carrots turn a humble bag of carrots into a side worth fighting over.

They are almost entirely hands-off – toss, roast, done – which makes them an easy win alongside almost any dinner.

Why you’ll love it

  • Simple, humble ingredients.
  • Sweet and caramelized.
  • Mostly hands-off.
  • Goes with everything.

Ingredient notes

  • Carrots – whole or halved lengthwise for even roasting.
  • Honey caramelizes into a sticky glaze.
  • Garlic and butter add savory depth.
  • Herbs – thyme or parsley to finish.

How to make it

Toss the carrots with honey, garlic and butter, then roast until tender and caramelized, tossing once. Full quantities are in the recipe card below.

Tips

  • Cut carrots to a similar thickness so they roast evenly.
  • Give them space on the pan for caramelization, not steaming.
  • Toss once halfway for even color.

Storage & reheating

Keeps 4 days in the fridge; reheat in a hot oven to bring back the edges.

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Honey Garlic Roasted Carrots

Tender honey garlic roasted carrots with caramelized, sticky edges – an easy hands-off side.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb 700 g carrots, peeled
  • 2 tbsp butter melted
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • Salt and pepper
  • Fresh thyme or parsley to serve

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 425F (220C).
  2. Toss the carrots with the melted butter, honey, garlic, salt and pepper on a sheet pan.
  3. Spread in a single layer and roast 22-25 minutes, tossing once, until tender and caramelized.
  4. Scatter with herbs and serve.

Notes

A pinch of chili flakes or a squeeze of lemon at the end balances the sweetness nicely.

This recipe was developed with the help of AI tools and reviewed before publishing. It may not have been independently kitchen-tested — use your judgment, check for allergens, and cook to safe temperatures. See our AI Content Disclosure. Spotted an issue? Tell us.

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