Description
Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash delivers pure comfort straight from your kitchen, ready to warm your soul with its sweet and spicy charm. Grab some simple ingredients and watch how quickly this delightful side dish comes together for a crowd-pleasing meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 medium butternut squash
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat your oven to precisely 400°F and position a rack in the center for even roasting.
- Carefully peel the butternut squash, removing all skin with a sharp vegetable peeler.
- Slice the squash in half, scoop out the seeds with a spoon, and chop into uniform 1-inch cubes.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil over the cubed squash in a large mixing bowl.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon nutmeg, and a pinch of salt and pepper onto the squash.
- Toss the ingredients thoroughly, ensuring each squash cube is evenly coated with the sweet and spicy mixture.
- Transfer the seasoned squash cubes onto a rimmed baking sheet, spreading them in a single layer without overcrowding.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, using a spatula to flip the cubes halfway through cooking time.
- Check for golden-brown edges and tender texture to confirm doneness.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to settle.
- Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving warm.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife to easily peel and cube the butternut squash, making sure all pieces are similar in size for even roasting.
- For extra caramelization, let the squash develop a golden-brown edge by not overcrowding the baking sheet and using parchment paper.
- Swap brown sugar with maple syrup or honey for a different sweetness, and consider adding chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
- Keep leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven to maintain the crispy texture, avoiding the microwave which can make the squash soggy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Roasted
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg