Best 7 Baked Brown Sugar Acorn Squash Recipes

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Baked brown sugar acorn squash is a delightful side dish that combines the natural sweetness of acorn squash with the rich flavors of brown sugar, butter, and spices. This simple yet elegant recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The squash is roasted until tender and caramelized, creating a dish that is both flavorful and visually appealing.

This article provides three variations of the baked brown sugar acorn squash recipe, each with its own unique twist. The classic recipe features a combination of brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg, while the maple-bourbon variation adds a touch of sweetness and smokiness. The savory-spiced recipe incorporates cumin, chili powder, and paprika for a more robust flavor profile.

No matter which variation you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile dish. Serve it as a side dish with your favorite protein, or enjoy it on its own as a sweet and savory snack.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED ACORN SQUASH WITH BROWN SUGAR



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Quick, easy, filling roasted acorn squash recipe! Because the brown sugar is very sweet, this will work for both dinner and dessert!

Provided by supanovart

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Acorn Squash Side Dish Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 acorn squash
2 tablespoons salted butter
¼ cup loosely packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Slice acorn squash into halves, removing insides and seeds. Spread butter on the inside and sprinkle brown sugar over the butter. Transfer to a baking sheet.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until tender, about 30 minutes. Remove, slice into thirds, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Cholesterol 20.4 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 62.9 mg, Sugar 15.4 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

BAKED ACORN SQUASH WITH BROWN SUGAR



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This easy and delicious fall side dish only requires a few minutes of hands-on time, leaving you free to work on the rest of the meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons butter, plus more for surface
2 medium acorn squash, (about 1 1/2 pounds each)
2 tablespoons light-brown sugar
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Generously butter a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Halve squash crosswise. Scoop out seeds; discard. Slice a small piece off bottom of each squash half just enough to level.
  • Set squash halves, scooped sides down, on prepared sheet. Bake until golden, 20 to 25 minutes. Turn squash; prick insides all over with a fork. Divide 2 tablespoons butter and sugar among halves; season with salt and pepper. Continue to bake until flesh is easily pierced with the tip of a paring knife, 25 to 30 minutes. Serve warm.

BAKED ACORN SQUASH WITH BUTTER AND BROWN SUGAR



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This easy baked acorn squash with butter and brown sugar is perfect for fall. Cut the squash in half, scoop out the insides, then bake with a little butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup.

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Side Dish     Acorn Squash     Squash     Thanksgiving     Winter Squash

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 Acorn squash
1 Tbsp Butter
2 Tbsp Brown Sugar
2 teaspoons Maple Syrup
Dash of Salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Remove from the oven, cool a bit, and serve: When done, remove the squash halves from the oven. Spoon any buttery sugar sauce that has not already been absorbed by the squash over the exposed areas. Let cool for a bit before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 66 mg, Sugar 8 g, Fat 3 g, ServingSize Serves 2 to 4, depending on how much squash you like to eat., UnsaturatedFat 0 g

BAKED BROWN SUGAR SQUASH



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I usually pair this sweet side dish with meatloaf and baked potatoes...a real comfort meal (especially since all three bake simultaneously!).

Provided by Tearanii

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 medium acorn squash, halved and seeded
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Place squash in 11x7-inch baking dish.
  • Dot 1 tbsp.
  • butter in each squash half.
  • Evenly sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon in squash halves.
  • Add enough water to baking dish to just cover the bottom of the pan; cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake at 350º for 1 hour, until squash is tender.
  • Serve with additional brown sugar if desired.

BAKED ACORN SQUASH WITH BROWN SUGAR



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Make and share this Baked Acorn Squash With Brown Sugar recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Kristina

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 2 halves, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 acorn squash, cut in half
2 teaspoons butter
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Scoop the seeds out of the middle of each half of the squash using a spoon.
  • Wash both halves and pat dry.
  • Add 1 teaspoon of butter in the center of each.
  • Add 1 teaspoon of brown sugar to the center of each.
  • Add 1/2 cup of water to a shallow baking pan.
  • Bake in the oven, uncovered for about 45 minutes, or until they are brown and very tender to touch with a fork.
  • Use more butter or brown sugar as desired before cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.1, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 10.1, Sodium 36.4, Carbohydrate 26.9, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 4.4, Protein 1.8

BAKED ACORN SQUASH & BROWN SUGAR



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Make and share this Baked Acorn Squash & Brown Sugar recipe from Food.com.

Provided by sarah

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 acorn squash
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • Slice acorn squash in half.
  • Bake at 350°F for 35-40 minutes.
  • Scoop out the squash.
  • Add brown sugar.
  • Stir until somewhat smooth.

Tips:

  • Choose acorn squash that are small to medium in size, about 1 to 2 pounds each. This ensures that they will cook evenly and quickly.
  • To easily cut the acorn squash, use a sharp knife to cut it in half lengthwise. Then, use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and pulp.
  • If you don't have brown sugar, you can substitute it with white sugar or maple syrup.
  • To make the squash even more flavorful, add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger to the brown sugar mixture.
  • For a crispy topping, sprinkle the squash with chopped pecans or walnuts before baking.
  • If you want to make the squash ahead of time, you can bake it up to 3 days in advance. Just reheat it in a warm oven before serving.
  • Acorn squash can be served as a side dish or as a main course. It pairs well with roasted chicken, pork, or beef.

Conclusion:

Baked brown sugar acorn squash is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a fall or winter meal. With its sweet and savory flavor, it is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to prepare acorn squash, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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