Cracker Barrel Carrots

We love Cracker Barrel Recipe for Carrots. You only need a few ingredients and the carrots are a perfect blend of sweetness. These baby carrots are budget friendly and make an easy side dish.

Using baby carrots to make this recipe as they are easy to boil. Adding the brown sugar and butter gives this carrots so much flavor. The next time you need an easy side dish recipe at home, these Cracker Barrel Carrots are the ones to make.

You may also love Crock Pot Glazed Carrots Recipe or Ranch Carrots Recipe.

Why This Recipe Works

Cracker barrel baby carrots are a family favorite and pair perfectly with any main dish recipe. If you have ever been to Cracker Barrel, then you know they are known for their classic comfort food.

We love making copycat recipes because it saves me time and money. These carrots are a family favorite and perfect to serve for any occasion.

• Fresh Baby Carrots – This in tradition with Cracker Barrel but you can use regular carrots and cut them into 1-2 inch pieces
• Butter  – We used salted butter, but unsalted would work too.
• Brown Sugar – See How to Make Brown Sugar if you run out or check our these Best Brown Sugar Substitutes. 

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Substitutions and Additions

• Carrots – Feel free to use regular carrots. Cut the carrots in half to fit in the saucepan.
• Seasoning – We use regular butter, but you can also use margarine. Feel free to add in a teaspoon of different spices or fresh herbs. Black Pepper, Parsley and thyme are great additions and we have even add a pinch of nutmeg for warm flavors.
• Add Nuts – These carrots would be delicious with the added chopped nuts. We have used chopped pecans, walnuts and almonds

How to Make Cracker Barrel Carrots

• Step 1 – Thoroughly wash the carrots and place them in a saucepan.  Pour water on top of the carrots until the carrots are completely covered. 

• Step 2 – Cover the pan and bring to a boil over medium high heat.  Then reduce the heat to medium and cook covered for 20-25 minutes until the carrots are fork tender. 
• Step 3 – Once the carrots are tender, pour half of the water out of the pan.  Stir in the butter, brown sugar and salt.  Stir to combine all the ingredients. 

• Step 4 – Cover and cook for 6-7 more minutes.  Watch closely so that the carrots don’t get mushy. 

• Step 5 – Taste test and add more salt if needed. 
• Step 6 – Then serve copycat Cracker Barrel carrots warm and enjoy. 

How to Store Leftover Carrots

Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.  These carrots can also be frozen but placing in a freezer safe container. They will last about 3 months.

When ready to serve, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Reheat in the microwave or in a sauce pan.

Serving Suggestions

My husband loves these sweet baby carrots. We often serve them with our holiday meals, but I have also made them for and easy side during the week. These are some favorite recipes to serve them with.

• Oven Roasted Turkey Breast Recipe
• The Best Crockpot Meatloaf Recipe
• Grilled Teriyaki Steak Recipe
• Grilled Chicken Kabobs
• Cracker Barrel Roast Beef Recipe
• Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast
• Slow Cooker Venison Roast
• Lipton Onion Soup Meatloaf Recipe