Description
A delightful blend of butternut squash and tart apples, baked to perfection with warming spices, creating a comforting autumn dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 butternut squash, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
- 3 medium apples, cored and sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/4 cup butter, melted (or coconut oil for dairy-free option)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (or maple syrup for a healthier twist)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- Fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with butter.
- Prepare the squash by peeling and dicing it into 1-inch cubes.
- Slice the apples, leaving the skin on for texture.
- Mix the squash and apples in a large mixing bowl with melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake covered with foil for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden and tender.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving if desired.
Notes
Watch the baking time closely as every oven varies. Adjust sweetness or spices to your preference before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: butternut squash, apple bake, autumn recipe, fall dish, healthy dessert