Brown sugar honey glazed carrots are the ultimate easy side dish! Ready in under 30 minutes, these tender, caramelized carrots pair perfectly with any meal. Whether it’s a holiday feast or a simple weeknight dinner, these carrots are always a hit.

Brown sugar honey glazed carrots on metal sheet pan.

The natural sweetness of the carrots gets a boost from honey and brown sugar, creating a sticky-sweet glaze that caramelizes as it bakes. They’re just sweet enough without being overpowering, making them a great complement to savory mains like spiral honey ham and roast turkey or even a simple grilled chicken.

These glazed baby carrots fit right in with Christmas and Thanksgiving staples like creamed spinach and green bean casserole but they’re also easy enough to make any day of the week. With minimal prep and just a handful of ingredients, they’ll quickly become a favorite!

A bowl of glazed brown sugar baby carrots on a wooden serving board.

Let’s be honest—who can resist sneaking a few straight off the pan?

Why you’ll love this recipe

A simple fuss-free side dish with minimal ingredients.
Ready in under 30 minutes.
Versatile—pairs well with any protein.
Perfectly tender caramelized carrots with a sweet glaze.
A great balance of sweet and savory flavors.

Ingredients for Baked Carrots with Brown Sugar

This section includes ingredient notes and substitution options. Get all measurements, ingredients, and instructions in the printable recipe card at the end of this post.

A top-down view of ingredients on a white marble surface, including a bowl of bright orange baby carrots is the largest item. Surrounding it are small dishes containing light brown sugar, cubed butter, golden honey, and spoons filled with salt and pepper.

Baby carrots – I use baby carrots because they don’t require any peeling or chopping. They generally come washed and ready to eat, but if you do want to wash them first, be sure to dry them fully.
Brown sugar and honey – The key to the sweet, sticky glaze. Brown sugar adds depth and a rich color, while honey brings natural sweetness and shine. Pack the brown sugar into the measuring cup to ensure you’re using the right amount.
Butter – Slice the butter so it’s easier to melt into the glaze, giving it a smooth consistency.
Salt and pepper – Enhances the flavors and balances the sweetness.

How to Make Brown Sugar Baby Carrots

This section shows you how to make the recipe with step-by-step photos and instructions. For the full printable recipe, see the recipe card below.

Step 1: Add the carrots to a rimmed baking sheet, arranging them in a single layer. They should fit without overlapping.

Step 2: Melt the butter and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk often until the sugar dissolves. Avoid turning up the heat as you don’t want the sugar to burn. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the honey.

A side-by-side view of a saucepan with butter and brown sugar before and after melting into a smooth, rich, golden-brown glaze.

Step 3: Pour the glaze over the carrots and toss them so that all of the carrots are evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper and give them another toss. Spread them back out into a single layer.

On the left, a thick golden-brown glaze made of brown sugar, butter, and honey is being poured from a metal bowl onto a pile of baby carrots. The glaze is smooth and glossy. On the right, a baking sheet lined with baby carrots, evenly spread out and coated with the glaze.

Step 4: Roast in a preheated 400°F oven for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway. Once fork-tender, toss them once more before transferring them to a serving dish.

A sheet pan filled with a single layer or roasted baby carrots coated in a brown sugar honey glaze.

Pro Tip:

Skip the parchment paper! It can cause the glaze to solidify in clumps instead of coating the carrots evenly.

Storage

Refrigerator: Keep leftover honey brown sugar carrots in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

How to Reheat: Warm in a large skillet over medium heat or microwave in short intervals until heated through.

Recipe Tips

Prefer softer carrots? Parboil them for a few minutes before roasting.
Using larger carrots? Slice them into uniform pieces and adjust the cooking time as needed.
Double the recipe? Use two baking sheets to avoid overcrowding.
Want extra caramelization? Broil for 2-3 minutes at the end.

A close-up of brown sugar honey glazed carrots garnished with chopped herbs.

Serving Suggestions

This glazed carrots recipe pairs well with a variety of main dishes.

For the holidays, it pairs well with air fryer spiral ham and party potatoes, and for Sunday dinner they go great with things like roast beef, crock pot steak bites, slow cooker BBQ brisket, chicken noodle casserole, and easy oven pork chops!

Additions and variations

Swap the honey. Use maple syrup for a slightly different flavor.
Add some heat. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes.
Use fresh herbs. Fresh thyme or fresh parsley is a great way to garnish the dish.
Extra flavor. Stir in minced garlic and/or a squeeze of lemon juice.
Different cuts of carrots. Use whole carrots (trimmed) or slice them into rounds for a different look.

A fork lifting a glazed carrot from a tray of roasted brown sugar baby carrots.

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A close-up of a white bowl filled with glossy, brown sugar honey glazed baby carrots, garnished with finely chopped green herbs. The carrots have a slightly caramelized exterior and are arranged in a heaping pile.

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Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Carrots

Author: Jaclyn

Prep: 5

Cook: 20

Total: 25

These glazed carrots are the perfect sweet and savory side dish. Roasted to caramelized perfection in a brown sugar honey glaze, they’re quick, easy, and always a hit!

Ingredients

▢ 2 pounds baby carrots
▢ ¼ cup light brown sugar packed
▢ 3 Tablespoons butter sliced
▢ 2 Tablespoons honey
▢ ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
▢ ¼ teaspoon pepper or to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Arrange carrots in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
2 pounds baby carrots
In a small saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium-low heat, whisking often until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and whisk in the honey, salt, and pepper.
¼ cup light brown sugar, 3 Tablespoons butter, 2 Tablespoons honey, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper
Pour the glaze over the carrots and toss to coat evenly. Spread the carrots into a single layer.
Roast for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven, toss the carrots, and return to roast for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until tender.
Toss the carrots one final time, then transfer them to a serving bowl.