Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Trim the tops and tips off the carrots, then cut them into uniform 2-inch sticks or rounds for even roasting. Place the cut carrots into a mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, crushed garlic, chopped thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined. The mixture should be smooth and fragrant.
Pour the honey mixture over the carrots in the bowl, then use a spatula to toss and coat each piece evenly until they’re glossy and sticky.
Spread the coated carrots out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they aren’t crowded so they can caramelize properly.
Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, turning the carrots halfway through, until they are golden at the edges and fragrant with caramelized honey and garlic.
Remove the carrots from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes to allow flavors to settle and the glaze to firm up slightly.
Optionally, drizzle with an extra touch of honey or sprinkle with flaky sea salt for added flavor and texture.
Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, and enjoy the tender, caramelized sweetness with fragrant herbal notes.
