Best 11 Light Butternut Squash Apple Casserole Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with a delightful dish that combines the vibrant flavors of fall. This light butternut squash and apple casserole is an autumnal symphony of flavors and textures. Roasted butternut squash, sweet apples, and a medley of warm spices come together in a creamy, comforting casserole that is sure to warm your heart and soul. The casserole is a perfect balance of sweetness and savory, making it an ideal side dish for your holiday feasts or a cozy weeknight dinner. But that's not all, this article also features a collection of delectable recipes that will tantalize your taste buds and add variety to your culinary repertoire. From a hearty butternut squash soup to a mouthwatering apple galette, each recipe is a testament to the versatility of these autumnal ingredients. Get ready to indulge in a delightful culinary exploration that showcases the best of fall flavors.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BUTTERNUT SQUASH APPLE BAKE



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Even those who aren't fans of squash enjoy this side dish. Sweet slices of butternut squash are topped with apples covered in a cinnamon-sugar glaze for a quick and easy dinner accompaniment. -Ellie Klopping, Toledo, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 butternut squash (2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
3 medium tart apples, peeled and thinly sliced
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Layer squash and apples in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Mix brown sugar, flour and cinnamon; sprinkle over top. Drizzle with butter. , Bake, covered, until squash and apples are tender, 45-55 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 36mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic exchanges

APPLE BUTTERNUT SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Casserole     Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ c. coconut oil, melted, divided
3 c. butternut squash, cubed
2 medium firm apples, cubed
1 small red onion, chopped
1½ t. fresh sage, chopped
1½ t. fresh thyme leaves
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped into ½-inch pieces*
½ c. pecans, roughly chopped
2 T. honey
½ t. ground cinnamon
¼ t. ground cloves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F and grease a 9x13" baking dish with 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil. Set aside.
  • Combine the butternut squash, apples, red onion, 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil, sage, and thyme in a large mixing bowl. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and toss to combine.
  • Transfer the butternut squash mixture onto the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer. Place in the pre-heated oven to roast just until the butternut squash is fork tender, around 25-30 minutes.
  • While the butternut squash mixture is roasting, heat a large sauté pan over medium heat and add the bacon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the bacon is cooked through and crispy, approximately 8-10 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a small mixing bowl lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease. Blot off remaining grease on top and set aside to cool for 5-10 minutes.
  • Once cooled, discard the paper towels and add the remaining tablespoon of coconut oil, chopped pecans, honey, cinnamon, and ground cloves. Season with salt and black pepper, as desired, and toss to combine.
  • Remove squash from oven and top with the bacon-pecan mixture. Return to the oven until the topping is nicely browned, approximately 10 minutes. Remove from oven and cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 cal

LIGHT BUTTERNUT SQUASH & APPLE CASSEROLE



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I got this recipe from a Weight Watchers meeting and it has become one of my most favorite recipes! You could probably make it into a dessert by adding a crisp/crumble topping to it or by serving it over ice cream but I love it all by itself!! (2 points per serving)

Provided by Krista Smith

Categories     Apple

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups butternut squash, cubed into bite size pieces or 20 ounces precut squash
2 large apples, peeled, cored and sliced
1/4 cup Splenda brown sugar blend
1/4 cup cold light margarine
1 tablespoon flour
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

  • Place squash & apples in a 9x13 baking dish.
  • Blend rest of ingredients until crumbly.
  • Sprinkle on squash and apples.
  • Cover and bake at 350 for 45-50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.2, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 391.1, Carbohydrate 24.6, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 12.4, Protein 0.8

SQUASH AND APPLE BAKE



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This is a recipe that combines all the best flavors of fall! Great for a Thanksgiving dinner instead of candied yams.

Provided by Paula

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Squash Casserole Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup packed light brown sugar
¼ cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground mace
2 pounds butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2 inch slices
2 large apples - cored, and cut into 1/2 inch slices

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, stir together brown sugar, butter, flour, salt, and mace. Arrange squash in an ungreased 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with slices of apple, then sprinkle with the sugar mixture. Cover with a lid or aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 50 to 60 minutes in the preheated oven, or until squash is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.8 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 340.6 mg, Sugar 21.4 g

APPLE-SQUASH



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Stovetop full of other sides? Use the microwave for this appealing autumn dish for six.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small butternut or buttercup squash (about 1 lb)
1/2 cup apple cider or water
2 small apples, peeled, cubed
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon butter or margarine, if desired

Steps:

  • With vegetable peeler, peel squash. Remove seeds; cut squash into 1/2-inch cubes. In 1 1/2-quart microwavable casserole, place squash and cider. Cover; microwave on High 5 to 7 minutes, stirring once halfway through cooking, until squash is tender.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Cover; microwave on High 2 to 3 minutes longer, stirring once halfway through cooking, until squash and apples are very tender. Serve immediately. If desired, mash before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 0 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND APPLE CASSEROLE WITH CRUMB TOPPING RECIPE



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This butternut squash and apple casserole recipe is a great dish or the holidays. The crumble topping with cinnamon and nutmeg is the perfect touch.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small butternut squash (about 2 to 2 1/2 lbs)
2 tart apples (such as Granny Smith)
1/2 cup dark brown sugar (firmly packed)
4 tablespoons butter (chilled)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 F / 180 C / Gas 4.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 kcal, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fiber 8 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 426 mg, Sugar 24 g, Fat 8 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

APPLE BUTTERNUT SQUASH CASSEROLE



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Found this in a church cookbook, haven't tried it yet so I am posting it for safe-keeping. As soon as the fall weather arrives in Myrtle Beach I will be trying this! I love squash and this sounds yummy.

Provided by Chef53Kathy

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 casserole, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lbs fresh butternut squash, peeled and cubed
20 ounces apple pie filling
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Peel the squash and cut into 2" cubes. Place in a greased casserole dish, top with the pie filling. Sprinkle with the spices and dot with the butter. Cover with foil and bake at 350* for 50-60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.9, Fat 2.3, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 5.1, Sodium 352.4, Carbohydrate 42.9, Fiber 4, Sugar 16.6, Protein 1.6

BAKED SQUASH AND APPLE CASSEROLE



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This is my favorite casserole! My mother brings it to Thanksgiving dinner every year, and the whole family loves it.

Provided by Kree6528

Categories     Apple

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small butternut squash (2 lbs. or less)
2 apples (cored, peeled, and sliced)
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup cold margarine
1 tablespoon flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Pare, seed, and cut squash into small slices.
  • Place squash and apple slices in oblong baking dish (7x11-inch).
  • Blend rest of ingredients with fork, fingers, or pastry cutter until crumbly; distribute over squash and apple.
  • Cover and bake for 45-50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.2, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 489.9, Carbohydrate 43.1, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 25.8, Protein 1.9

SQUASH AND APPLE CASSEROLE



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This family favorite makes a wonderful addition to your festive table. Sweet and hearty. Wonderful with turkey or ham. Cranberries are optional and can be sprinkled on top for a Christmas version.

Provided by Cheryl H.

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Squash Casserole Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds buttercup squash, halved and seeded
2 baking apples, cut into 1/2-inch slices, or more to taste
½ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground mace
½ cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x11-inch casserole dish.
  • Place squash on a flat work surface. Trim off the hard outer rind with a knife. Cut squash into 1/2-inch slices; arrange slices over the bottom of the prepared dish. Arrange apples on top.
  • Combine brown sugar, butter, flour, salt, and mace together in a bowl. Pour mixture over the apples. Sprinkle cranberries on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until top is golden brown and apples are tender, 50 minutes to 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51.3 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 453.8 mg, Sugar 32.4 g

BUTTERNUT APPLE CASSEROLE



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A nice fall side dish. Goes well with pork or turkey. For a variation, substitute pears for the apples.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Apple

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into chunks
3 medium apples, cored, peeled and sliced (I use Granny Smiths)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 cup apple juice (I use no sugar added juice)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Coat the inside of a 1-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Combine squash and apples with lemon juice and cinnamon in a large bowl. Toss to coat well. Place in casserole.
  • Sprinkle with brown sugar. Pour apple juice over mixture.
  • Cover casserole with lid or foil and bake 1 hour, or until squash is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.2, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 14.8, Carbohydrate 55.1, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 23.8, Protein 3.2

BUTTERNUT APPLE CASSEROLE



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When we want to share our bounty, we bake a casserole of butternut squash, apples and spices. Top it with a buttery cinnamon streusel and pecans. -Lorraine J. Darocha, Mountain City, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings (2/3 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium butternut squash (3 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 large apples, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
TOPPING:
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
2/3 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a 6-qt. stockpot, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add squash; cook, covered, 5 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Drain., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. Add apples and cooked squash; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a small bowl, mix flour, sugar and cinnamon; stir in syrup. Cut in butter until crumbly; sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, 50-60 minutes or until squash is tender, sprinkling with pecans during the last 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For a sweeter casserole, use sweeter apples, such as Honeycrisp or Fuji.
  • For a tarter casserole, use tarter apples, such as Granny Smith or Braeburn.
  • If you don't have brown sugar, you can make your own by combining 1 cup of granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon of molasses.
  • For a crunchier topping, add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, to the topping.
  • Serve the casserole warm with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.

Conclusion:

This light butternut squash and apple casserole is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for fall and winter gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its sweet and savory flavors, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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