Roasted Acorn Squash with Brown Sugar

Acorn Squash Side Dish

Roasted Acorn Squash with Brown Sugar

Roasted Acorn Squash with Brown Sugar
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    3 People
  • VIEWS
    48

Indulge in the comforting embrace of roasted acorn squash, where caramelized brown sugar dances with savory butter, creating a symphony of flavors perfect for a heartwarming dinner or a delightful dessert.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    29 g
  • Cholesterol
    20 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    63 mg
  • Sugar
    15 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Halve the acorn squash lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and stringy fibers. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Place 1 tablespoon of softened butter in the cavity of each squash half. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of brown sugar evenly over the butter in each squash half. (2 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Place the squash halves, cut-side up, on a baking sheet. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 35 mins Roast in the preheated oven until the squash is tender and the brown sugar is bubbly and caramelized, about 30-40 minutes. (35 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing into wedges and serving. (5 minutes)

For a richer flavor, try using brown butter instead of regular butter.
A sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg adds a warm spice note.
If the brown sugar starts to burn before the squash is tender, tent the baking sheet with foil.
Drizzle with a balsamic glaze for a sophisticated sweet-and-tangy finish.
Garnish with chopped pecans or walnuts for added texture.

Olin Murazikbode

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 16 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)

  • Leone Lindgren

    Apr 15, 2025

    Next time, I'll try it with maple syrup instead of brown sugar for a slightly different flavor profile.

  • Annamae Bins

    Jan 29, 2025

    I added a pinch of cinnamon and it was divine! My family loved it.

  • Conrad Lemke

    Dec 20, 2024

    Easy to follow instructions and delicious results! A perfect fall side dish.

  • Raoul Barton

    Nov 19, 2024

    This recipe is so simple and satisfying! The brown sugar caramelizes beautifully and the squash is perfectly tender.

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