Air Fryer Honey Glazed Carrots are tender, lightly caramelized, and coated in a sweet and buttery honey glaze. Fresh thyme adds savory flavor that balances the sweetness.
These carrots cook in about 20 minutes in the air fryer, making them a simple side dish for weeknight dinners or holiday meals.
“Best Carrots Ever! and so easy”
Why I Love Honey Glazed Carrots
About the Ingredients ⭐
- Carrots: Peel and cut the carrots into evenly sized pieces so they cook at the same rate.
- Butter: Adds richness and helps create the glaze.
- Honey: Gives the carrots sweetness and helps them caramelize in the air fryer.
- Fresh Thyme: Adds a savory herb flavor that balances the honey.
- Salt and Pepper: Season the carrots to taste.
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
How to Make Air Fryer Honey Glazed Carrots
Make the Honey Glaze: Whisk together the melted butter, honey, half of the fresh thyme, salt, and pepper. Add the carrots and toss until well coated.
Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Add the carrots and glaze to the basket and cook for 20 minutes, shaking halfway through, until tender and lightly caramelized.
Finish and Serve: Remove the carrots from the air fryer and sprinkle with the remaining fresh thyme. Spoon the accumulated honey-butter juices over the carrots before serving.
Questions Readers Ask Most
Do I need to peel the carrots?
I prefer to peel them for this recipe, but you can scrub them well and leave the peel on if you prefer.
Can I use baby carrots?
Yes. Baby carrots will work, but cooking time may vary depending on their size. Cook until they are tender and lightly caramelized.
How do I know when the carrots are done?
The carrots should be fork-tender with lightly browned, caramelized edges.
Can I make these carrots ahead of time?
Yes. You can make them ahead and reheat them in the air fryer for a few minutes until warmed through.
How do I store leftover honey glazed carrots?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Keep any extra honey-butter juices with the carrots so they stay flavorful.
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Air Fryer Carrots with a honey glaze
Air Fryer Honey Glazed Carrots are tender and caramelized with a sweet buttery honey glaze and fresh thyme.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Whole Carrots (Washed, Peeled, Cut into 1 inch pieces)
- 6 Tablespoons Butter, Melted
- ¼ Cup Honey
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh Thyme Leaves, or 1 Teaspoon Dried
- ½ Teaspoon Salt
- 1 Teaspoon Fresh Cracked Black Pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, half the thyme leaves, salt & pepper.
- Add prepared carrots, toss to coat.
- Preheat air fryer to 375℉.
- Add carrots and sauce to the air fryer basket and roast for 20 minutes, or until tender and lightly caramelized.
- Shake halfway through roasting to ensure even doneness.
- Once done, remove from the air fryer basket and sprinkle with more thyme leaves.
- Reserve the accumulated juices for serving.
Notes
Cut the carrots into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly. Air fryer cooking times can vary, so cook until the carrots are fork-tender and lightly caramelized.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 192Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 359mgCarbohydrates: 22gFiber: 5gSugar: 14gProtein: 2g
