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Crispy air fryer roasted carrots drizzled with honey glaze served in a bowl

Honey-Glazed Air Fryer Carrots

These air fryer carrots are sweet and savory with a glossy honey glaze, making them a perfect vegetable side for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Vegetable
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or rounds Aim for consistent size for even cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons honey Raw local honey preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika Optional for a smoky flavor.
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary, finely chopped Optional for added flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the carrots into sticks about 3 inches long and ½ inch thick or cut them into rounds for even cooking.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the carrots with olive oil, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika (if using), and garlic powder until well coated.
Air Frying
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
  2. Arrange the carrots in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10 minutes, shaking the basket or flipping with tongs halfway through.
  3. Continue air frying for another 5–7 minutes until the carrots are tender and have browned edges. If desired, add 2–3 more minutes for extra crispiness.
Glazing
  1. While the carrots are cooking, warm the honey in a small bowl and stir in thyme or rosemary if using.
  2. Once the carrots are cooked, drizzle the warm honey over them and toss gently to coat.
Optional Re-Crisping
  1. If the carrots aren’t crispy enough after glazing, air fry for 1–2 minutes more, watching carefully to prevent burning.

Notes

For best texture, don’t overcrowd the basket. Store any leftovers in the fridge and reheat in the air fryer for best results.