Cinnamon-Spiced Honey Glazed Carrots

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

Sweet carrots roasted with honey and warm cinnamon, a simple yet flavorful side dish for holiday celebrations. This American Christmas recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs carrots, olive oil, and honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch sticks
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). In a large bowl, toss 1 pound peeled and cut carrots with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Spread the carrots on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer. Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the carrots are tender and caramelized at the edges.
3. Step 3: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for a bright finish before serving warm.