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Air Fryer Honey Butter Carrots
These Air Fryer Honey Butter Carrots emerge sweet, buttery, and perfectly tender with caramelized edges in just 12 minutes. Tossed with butter, honey, and black pepper, they make a quick and easy vegetable side that even picky eaters will adore.
Air Fryer Roasted Carrots With Honey Butter
Among all the air fryer sides I’ve tried, these air fryer roasted carrots with honey butter are a recipe I continuously return to—simple, quick, and incredibly delicious. The carrots turn out lightly caramelized with a sweet, buttery glaze, ready in about 15 minutes from start to finish.
My son isn’t always enthusiastic about vegetables, but when I served these for dinner one evening, he devoured half the batch before I could even plate them. Now, I always keep a bag of baby carrots on hand just for this recipe. They pair perfectly with Baked Chicken Thighs, Meatball Casserole, or can even be enjoyed as a quick snack on their own. Prefer using your oven? Check out my oven-roasted Honey Butter Roasted Carrots for an equally easy, hands-off version. Don’t forget to check out my tips and video below to ensure you get it just right!
Add This To Your Weeknight Sides
These sweet and buttery air fryer roasted carrots are a weeknight favorite—quick to prepare, full of flavor, and always a hit at the dinner table.
- Caramelized and tender: The air fryer gives the carrots a golden edge while keeping the inside soft and sweet.
- That sweet-salty balance: Honey, butter, and a pinch of salt are all you need to enhance their natural sweetness.
- Quick and easy: From prep to plate in 15 minutes—no boiling, no roasting trays, no mess.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Baby carrots – If using regular carrots, peel and slice them into uniform sticks for even cooking.
- Unsalted butter
- Honey
Refer to the recipe card below for all ingredient details and measurements.
Pro Tip #1: Why I Use Baby Carrots
They are already peeled and cut, making prep a breeze. Plus, their size is perfect for air frying—tender inside, caramelized outside, with no chopping required.
Pro Tip #2: Butter For That Rich, Buttery Finish
A little melted butter coats the carrots and helps them brown beautifully in the air fryer, adding that rich, savory flavor that makes these so addictive.
Pro Tip #3: Honey Adds Natural Sweetness
Honey provides a glossy glaze and a sweet contrast to the salty butter, helping the carrots caramelize without burning.
Pro Tip #4: Don’t Skip The Black Pepper
A few dashes of black pepper balance the sweetness and add a hint of warmth, making the flavors pop.
Frequently Asked Questions
I wouldn’t recommend it for this recipe. Frozen carrots tend to release too much water and won’t caramelize or achieve that soft-but-slightly-crisp texture we’re aiming for.
Ensure they are fully dry before tossing with butter and honey, and avoid overcrowding the basket. If they are piled up, they will steam instead of roast. A single layer is essential.
Absolutely! Consider adding a pinch of cinnamon for warmth, a bit of smoked paprika for depth, or a sprinkle of thyme or rosemary for a herby touch. This recipe is highly flexible.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them back in the air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for about 3–4 minutes.
This recipe contains 108 calories per serving.
What To Serve With This Recipe
For a quick and wholesome weeknight dinner, I recommend the following recipes:
- Baked Chicken Thighs
- Meatball Casserole
- Quick Snack Options
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