For a richer flavor, use browned butter in the glaze. A pinch of cardamom can add a warm, exotic note to the spice blend. To make this dish vegan, substitute the butter with coconut oil or a plant-based butter alternative. You can roast the squash seeds for a tasty and nutritious snack. Toss them with olive oil, salt, and your favorite spices, and roast until golden brown and crispy.
Orange Baked Acorn Squash
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING4 People
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Delight in the cozy flavors of autumn with this Orange Baked Acorn Squash. Each tender squash half is infused with a luscious buttery-orange glaze, subtly spiced with nutmeg and cinnamon for a heartwarming dish that both kids and adults will adore.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate38 g
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Cholesterol15 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium50 mg
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Sugar17 g
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Fat6 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Pour about 1/2 inch of water into a baking dish. Place squash halves cut-side down in the dish, and bake for 40 minutes in the preheated oven. This steams the squash, ensuring it becomes wonderfully tender.
03 Step
Recipe View While the squash bakes, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the thawed orange juice concentrate, butter, brown sugar, nutmeg, and cinnamon until well combined and smooth. (5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven. Turn the squash halves cut-side up, and drizzle evenly with the prepared orange juice glaze. (2 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Return the squash to the oven and continue baking for an additional 20 minutes, or until the squash is fork-tender and the glaze is beautifully caramelized. (20 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Let the squash cool slightly before serving. The glaze will thicken as it cools, enhancing the flavor.
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Nikko Gerlach
Mar 29, 2025My kids devoured this! They usually turn their noses up at squash, but the orange glaze made it irresistible.
Denis Bartell
Oct 3, 2024I added a pinch of cardamom as suggested and it was divine! The flavor was so warm and comforting.
Khalid Buckridge
Feb 8, 2024Such a simple yet elegant side dish. Perfect for Thanksgiving!
Jorge Deckow
Dec 8, 2023I tried it with coconut oil to make it vegan and it worked perfectly. The squash was so flavorful and tender!