Butternut Squash Apple Bake
A delightful combination of roasted butternut squash and tart apples, spiced and baked to perfection. A perfect comforting dessert or hearty side dish for autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 2 pieces apples, peeled and diced Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for best flavor
- 1/4 cup brown sugar Adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted Can substitute with vegan butter
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) Adds crunch and flavor
- to taste additional cinnamon for sprinkling (optional) For serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced butternut squash and apples. Toss them lightly to mix.
- In another bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Pour the spice blend over the squash and apples and toss thoroughly.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the mixture and stir gently until evenly distributed.
- Fold in the chopped pecans or walnuts if using.
- Spread the mixture into a greased baking dish evenly.
- Cover the baking dish with foil.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes.
- Carefully remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 to 20 minutes until the squash is fork-tender and the apples are soft.
- Sprinkle additional cinnamon on top before serving.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Can also be frozen for longer storage.