Description
Butternut Squash Apple Bake is a delightful and comforting side dish that perfectly captures the essence of fall flavors. This easy-to-make recipe combines the natural sweetness of tender butternut squash with the crispness of sweet apples, all enveloped in warm spices and complemented by crunchy nuts. Ideal for festive occasions like Thanksgiving or a cozy family dinner, this dish is not only scrumptious but also packed with nutrients. With its inviting aroma wafting through your kitchen, your guests will surely be impressed by this seasonal favorite that can easily become a staple at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds butternut squash (peeled and cubed)
- 2 gala apples (peeled and diced)
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or honey)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup pecans
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cubed butternut squash, diced apples, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and brown sugar. Mix until well coated.
- Add salt and black pepper; stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish and spread evenly.
- Dot the top with chopped butter and cover with a lid or foil.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven, stir in raisins and nuts gently, cover again, and return to the oven.
- Bake for an additional 15 minutes or until squash is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg