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Homemade candied carrots glazed with brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon and garnished with parsley.

Candied Carrots Recipe – Brown Sugar & Butter

This candied carrots recipe makes tender carrots in a glossy brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon glaze. An easy stovetop side dish in 32 minutes.

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
rest time 2 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 159
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb carrots peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces (900 g)
  • 1 cup water 240 ml
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 70 g
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 56 g
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
To serve:
  • Chopped parsley optional

Equipment

  • Large pot or deep skillet
  • Vegetable peeler
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Wooden spoon
  • Serving plate

Method
 

  1. Peel the carrots and cut them into 2-inch pieces.
  2. Add the carrots and water to a large pot or deep skillet.
  3. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
  4. Cover and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until the carrots are just tender.
  5. Drain most of the water if needed, leaving only a small splash in the pot.
  6. Add the brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.
  7. Stir gently until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves.
  8. Cook uncovered for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring often, until the glaze thickens and coats the carrots.
  9. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  10. Serve warm with chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 159kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 475mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 4gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 31800IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.6mg

Notes

  • Cut the carrots into similar sizes so they cook evenly.
  • Do not overcook them before adding the glaze because they will continue cooking as the glaze thickens.
  • For a less sweet version, reduce the brown sugar to 1/4 cup.
 

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