For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar. A splash of heavy cream can be added at the end for an even more decadent sauce. This sauce is also delicious over roasted sweet potatoes or butternut squash.
Transform humble carrots into a sophisticated side dish with this luscious Amaretto Sauce. The nutty sweetness of brown sugar and the distinctive almond notes of Amaretto liqueur create a glaze that elevates the natural sweetness of carrots to new heights.
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Recipe View In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. (Approximately 2 minutes)
Recipe View Add the brown sugar and Amaretto liqueur to the melted butter. (Approximately 1 minute)
Recipe View Stir continuously until the brown sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture begins to simmer gently. (Approximately 8-10 minutes)
Recipe View Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes glossy. Be careful not to burn the sugar. (Approximately 5 minutes)
Recipe View Pour the warm Amaretto sauce over your favorite cooked carrots (steamed, roasted, or boiled) and serve immediately.
For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar. A splash of heavy cream can be added at the end for an even more decadent sauce. This sauce is also delicious over roasted sweet potatoes or butternut squash.
Elaina Walker
May 16, 2025I made this for Thanksgiving and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the Amaretto flavor.
Cleora Connelly
Apr 30, 2025This sauce is amazing! I never thought carrots could taste so good.
Damian Powlowski
Apr 21, 2025Easy to follow recipe and the sauce turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.