Amish-Style Slow Cooker Honey-Glazed Carrots

Servings: 6–8
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3–5 hours

Ingredients

• 2 lbs (900 g) carrots, peeled and sliced into ½-inch rounds (or baby carrots)
• 4 tbsp butter, melted
• ¼ cup honey
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
• ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the carrots: Peel and slice carrots evenly. If using baby carrots, just rinse and drain.
2. Make the glaze: In a bowl, mix melted butter, honey, brown sugar, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth.
3. Combine in slow cooker: Add carrots to the slow cooker and pour the glaze over them. Stir to coat well.
4. Cook:
   • Low for 4–5 hours
   • High for 2–3 hours
     Cook until the carrots are tender but not mushy.
5. Finish: Stir well so the glaze coats the carrots. Adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with parsley if desired. Serve warm.

Tips

• Remove the lid during the last 20–30 minutes if you want a thicker glaze.
• Add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger for extra warmth.
• Reheats very well for meal prep or holidays.