Description
A deliciously sweet and caramelized acorn squash dish that makes a perfect side for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium acorn squash (halved and seeds removed)
- 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 Tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Cut each acorn squash in half and scoop out the seeds. Slice each half into wedges or leave in halves, depending on your preference. Place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt until smooth and combined.
- Brush or spoon the maple butter mixture generously over the squash, coating each piece evenly.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, basting once halfway through, until the squash is tender and caramelized around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with any remaining maple butter from the pan. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired.
- Serve warm as a comforting side dish to roasted meats or holiday favorites.
Notes
- For a variation, you can add a sprinkle of nutmeg for extra warmth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 half squash
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg