Flavorful Slow Cooker Brown Butter Glazed Carrots
Flavorful Slow Cooker Brown Butter Glazed Carrots are a delightful side dish that combines the sweetness of fresh carrots with the rich, nutty flavor of browned butter. Perfect for family dinners and holiday gatherings, these tender carrots are wrapped in a buttery glaze enhanced by brown sugar and dried thyme. This simple recipe will elevate any meal, making it both elegant and comforting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: About 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs fresh carrots, peeled and cut into uniform pieces
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Carrots: Wash and peel the fresh carrots. Cut larger ones into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Brown the Butter: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until foamy, cooking until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Combine Ingredients: Transfer browned butter to a slow cooker. Add prepared carrots, brown sugar, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for about 4 hours or until tender, stirring occasionally.
- Serve: Stir before serving and enjoy warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg