Roasted Acorn Squash with Brown Sugar
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Roasted Acorn Squash with Brown Sugar. This delightful dish features tender squash coated in a sweet brown sugar glaze, perfectly caramelized to elevate your autumn meals. Ideal for Thanksgiving or any cozy gathering, this recipe will surely impress your guests and warm their hearts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium acorn squash (about 1.5 lbs each)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut each acorn squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Place cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt to create a glaze.
- Brush the glaze generously over each squash half.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized around the edges.
- Let cool slightly before serving, drizzling any remaining glaze on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 squash half (150g)
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg