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Roasted acorn squash in a serving bowl

Roasted Acorn Squash Recipe

Samantha Erb
A delicious and easy winter side dish that will sweeten up your table.
4.38 from 45 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Side Dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 130 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 acorn squash
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • small pinch of salt

Instructions
 

  • Halve the acorn squashes and remove pulp and seeds.
  • Mix together the melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  • Place the acorn squash on a baking sheet cut side up.
  • Baste the butter mixture onto acorn squash (there will be a puddle inside the acorn squash).
  • Sprinkle a small pinch of salt on top of the acorn squash.
  • Roast the acorn squash for 40-50 minutes until a fork is able to pierce through it easily.
  • Remove from the oven, let sit for 2 minutes, then enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 84mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5g
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