Candied Carrots
Candied carrots are a sweet and colorful side dish that transforms humble vegetables into a delightful treat. Glazed with buttery brown sugar and a hint of cinnamon, these tender carrots are sure to impress at any gathering. Perfect for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners, this easy recipe delivers a burst of flavor in every bite, making them the star of your meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh carrots, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch sticks
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Boil carrot sticks in water over medium heat until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Drain the carrots and return them to the pot.
- Add butter and brown sugar; stir until melted and syrupy.
- Sprinkle in cinnamon and salt; stir to combine.
- Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the glaze thickens.
- Serve warm, drizzled with remaining glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (75g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg