Tender Slow Cooker Glazed Carrots
Sweet, buttery glazed carrots cooked to tender perfection in a slow cooker. A comforting and easy side dish for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes (low) or 3 hours 10 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into chunks or baby carrots
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Peel and cut the carrots into equal-sized chunks, around 2-3 inches long. If using baby carrots, rinse and pat them dry.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
- Place the carrots in the slow cooker, pour the glaze over them, and toss gently to coat each piece evenly.
- Add the water to the slow cooker, cover, and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Stir once or twice during cooking for even glazing.
- Check for doneness. The carrots should be fork-tender but not mushy. If needed, cook for an additional 30 minutes on high.
- Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish and drizzle any remaining glaze over them. Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme if desired.
Notes
For a thicker glaze, remove the lid during the last 20-30 minutes of cooking. Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme can be added for garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
Keywords: slow cooker, glazed carrots, side dish, holiday recipe, easy recipe