Description
Butternut Squash Apple Bake is a delightful side dish that beautifully captures the essence of fall. This warm and comforting recipe harmonizes the sweetness of fresh butternut squash and crisp apples, enhanced with aromatic spices like cinnamon and vanilla. It’s not only easy to prepare but also a versatile addition to your holiday table or any festive gathering. Whether paired with roasted turkey for Thanksgiving or enjoyed as a breakfast option topped with yogurt, this bake is sure to become a family favorite. With its nutritious ingredients and inviting aroma, Butternut Squash Apple Bake offers both taste and health in every bite.
Ingredients
- 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, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional add-ins: raisins, pecans, dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed butternut squash, diced apples, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and brown sugar.
- Add salt and pepper; mix well.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish and spread evenly.
- Distribute the chopped butter on top of the mixture.
- Cover the dish with a lid or foil and bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, add any optional add-ins (raisins, pecans, cranberries), gently mix, cover again, and bake for an additional 15 minutes until tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Use sweet apple varieties like Gala or Honeycrisp for optimal flavor balance. Feel free to experiment with different nuts or spices such as nutmeg for added depth. Serve warm for the best flavor experience.