Best 6 Acorn Squash Baked In Butter And Maple Syrup Recipes

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Acorn squash baked in butter and maple syrup is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish features tender and flavorful acorn squash roasted until caramelized and infused with the rich flavors of butter and maple syrup. The combination of sweet and savory flavors makes this dish a hit with people of all ages. Whether you're looking for a simple weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a holiday gathering, acorn squash baked in butter and maple syrup is sure to impress.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED ACORN SQUASH WITH MAPLE BUTTER



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The best roasted acorn squash recipe: simple and easy with a delicious maple butter. Only 3 ingredients, a perfect healthy side dish with a vegan option.

Provided by Cheryl Malik

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 piece medium acorn squash
2 tablespoons butter (divided, see note for vegan)
2 tablespoons maple syrup (divided)
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425º Fahrenheit.
  • Prepare your acorn squash: carefully slice all the way down the middle of the acorn squash. Remove stem first if you have trouble. Once halved, slice a thin piece off the round bottom of each half. With a spoon, scoop out the seeds and membranes; discard or reserve to roast later. Cut butter into 1-tablespoon pats.
  • Place cut side up on a baking sheet and sprinkle with salt. Roast for 15 minutes then remove from oven and place a pat of butter and drizzle 1 tablespoon maple syrup in the cavity of each squash.
  • Continue roasting another 25-35 minutes or until flesh is very soft and easily forced with a fork, basting every 10 minutes or so. To baste, pull out oven rack with baking sheet and, with a pastry brush, baste the top edge of the squash with the melted maple butter, then return to oven. When acorn squash is roasted, the flesh is soft, and the surface is browned with a few dark brown spots, remove from oven, let stand a few minutes, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 g, Calories 241 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 128 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 12 g

BAKED ACORN SQUASH



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This is a very easy and yummy vegetable side dish to make!!

Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Acorn Squash Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 acorn squash, halved and seeded
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup butter, diced
6 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place squash in a shallow baking pan, cut side down.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until tender.
  • Turn cut side up; season with salt and pepper, dot with butter and sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.
  • Bake for 20 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.8 calories, Carbohydrate 56.7 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 11.2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 97.4 mg, Sugar 19.8 g

MAPLE-GLAZED ACORN SQUASH



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With a maple syrup and brown sugar glaze, this squash becomes pleasantly sweet. This is comfort food-easy to prepare and a tasty pairing with a pork entree. -Nancy Mueller, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium acorn squash, halved
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Scoop out and discard seeds from squash. Place cut side down in a 13x9-in. baking dish; add water. Bake, uncovered, for 45 minutes. , If necessary, drain water from pan; turn squash cut side up. Combine syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger and salt; pour into squash halves. Bake, uncovered, 10 minutes or until glaze is heated through. ,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 311mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BAKED ACORN SQUASH WITH SPICY MAPLE SYRUP



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Make and share this Baked Acorn Squash With Spicy Maple Syrup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Candie Yoder

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 acorn squash, cut into thirds
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
6 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 pinch cinnamon
1 pinch nutmeg, freshly grated

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Split the squash into thirds and remove the seeds.
  • Cut a slice off the bottom of each piece so that it sits evenly, skin-side down, in a 9 x 13-inch glass baking dish.
  • In the hollow of each piece, place 1 teaspoon unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, cinnamon and nutmeg to taste. Bake in the heated oven until fork tender, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.6, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 7.2, Carbohydrate 28.4, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 12.1, Protein 1.2

MAPLE-ROASTED ACORN SQUASH



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 acorn squash, unpeeled, halved through the stem, and seeded
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, diced
3 tablespoons pure maple syrup, plus extra for serving
Good olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Flaked sea salt, such as Maldon, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the squash, cut sides up, on a sheet pan. Place 1/2 tablespoon butter and 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup in the cavity of each squash. Brush the cut sides with olive oil and sprinkle the squash with 3 teaspoons kosher salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Roast for 40 to 60 minutes, depending on the size of the squash, until tender when pierced with a small knife.
  • Place the squash on a serving platter. If the halves are too large for one serving, cut each piece in half through the stem. Drizzle lightly with extra maple syrup, sprinkle with sea salt, and serve hot.

PUREED ACORN SQUASH WITH MAPLE SYRUP



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Make and share this Pureed Acorn Squash With Maple Syrup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by weekend cooker

Categories     Vegetable

Time 17m

Yield 4 plates, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (2 lb) acorn squash, rinsed
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
2 tablespoons maple syrup
salt, to taste
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Carefully cut the acorn squash in half lengthwise, and scrape out seeds.
  • Place cut side down in a microwave-safe 10 inch glass pie plate, and add the water.
  • Cover with microwave-safe plastic wrap and vent one side.
  • Microwave on high power for 12 minutes, turning the dish a quarter turn twice, until the squash is tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Let stand, covered for 5 minutes.
  • Protecting your hand with a double thickness of paper toweling, spoon out the softened squash flesh and transfer to a food processor.
  • Add the buttrer and maple syrup and process until the mixture is pureed.
  • Season to taste with salt, and pepper, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 8.7, Carbohydrate 30.4, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 6, Protein 1.9

Tips:

  • Use fresh acorn squash for the best flavor and texture.
  • Cut the squash into even-sized pieces so that they cook evenly.
  • Toss the squash with the melted butter, maple syrup, salt, and pepper to coat evenly.
  • Roast the squash at a high temperature (425°F) for a crispy exterior and tender interior.
  • Flip the squash halfway through roasting to ensure even cooking.
  • Serve the squash hot with additional maple syrup, if desired.

Conclusion:

Acorn squash baked in butter and maple syrup is a delicious and easy side dish that is perfect for fall. The squash is roasted until tender and caramelized, and the maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness. This dish is a great way to enjoy the flavors of autumn and is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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