Roasted Acorn Squash with Brown Sugar
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Roasted Acorn Squash with Brown Sugar. This delightful dish features tender, caramelized squash, sweetened perfectly with brown sugar and a hint of spice. Ideal for autumn gatherings or cozy family dinners, it transforms your table into a seasonal celebration with its vibrant orange hue and mouthwatering aroma. Easy to prepare and incredibly versatile, this recipe will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium acorn squash
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Carefully slice the acorn squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
- Drizzle olive oil over each half of the squash. Sprinkle brown sugar, salt, pepper, and optional cinnamon into the hollow centers.
- Place the squash halves cut-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes until fork-tender.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving either as halves or pureed alongside grains.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 half acorn squash (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Swap brown sugar for maple syrup or honey for a different sweetness profile. Add nuts or dried cranberries on top before serving for extra crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently before serving.