Description
I’m always searching for easy, tasty side dishes that don’t take much work. That’s why I adore slow cooker baby carrots with a honey and brown sugar glaze. This recipe is super simple and makes carrots that are tender and full of flavor. They go great with many main dishes.
Using a slow cooker is perfect for this recipe. It lets the carrots simmer and caramelize in the sweet glaze. This makes them incredibly sweet and soft. They’re perfect with a roast, grilled chicken, or a hearty stew.
Ingredients
- 1 lb baby carrots
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preparing Your Slow Cooker
- First, lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with olive oil or non-stick spray. This prevents the carrots from sticking and ensures they cook evenly. After your slow cooker is prepped, we can start on the flavorful glaze.
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Mixing the Sweet Glaze
- In a small bowl, mix together honey, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth. This glaze will coat the carrots, adding a wonderful mix of flavors as they cook.
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Cooking Time and Temperature Settings
- Put the baby carrots in the slow cooker and pour the glaze over them, making sure they’re all coated.
- Cover the cooker and set it to low. Let the carrots cook for 4-6 hours, until they’re tender.
- Check the carrots often and stir them gently to cook evenly. The cooking time might change based on carrot size and amount.
Notes
To get your slow cooker baby carrots just right, follow these tips. Make sure they’re tender but not too soft. Cooking them on low for 4-6 hours usually does the trick.
Don’t forget to tweak the sweetness to your liking. Honey and brown sugar are a great mix, but feel free to adjust. Taste them halfway through cooking and add more if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: Approximately 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg