Roasted Butternut Squash Maple (Printable)

Tender butternut squash glazed with maple and spices, roasted to sweet caramelized perfection.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs), peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Seasonings & Sweetener

02 - 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
03 - 2 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
06 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
07 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

08 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or thyme

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the butternut squash cubes with olive oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the squash in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 30–35 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the squash is tender and caramelized at the edges.
05 - Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with fresh herbs if desired. Serve hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The maple syrup creates these incredible crispy caramelized edges that make the squash taste like candy but better
  • It takes five minutes of hands on time and makes your entire house smell like fall decided to move in
02 -
  • Cutting the squash into uniform 1 inch cubes is crucial so everything roasts evenly
  • Do not crowd the baking sheet or the squash will steam instead of caramelizing
03 -
  • Buy pre peeled and cubed squash from the grocery store if you want to skip the hardest part
  • Let the squash sit for 5 minutes after roasting so the caramelized edges set and get even crispier

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