Description
Irresistibly Sweet Brown Sugar Roasted Butternut Squash is a delightful dish that combines the comforting sweetness of brown sugar with the earthy richness of roasted butternut squash. Perfect for cozy meals or impressing guests, this recipe fills your kitchen with an inviting aroma that beckons everyone to gather around the table. With its golden-brown hues and delicious flavor, it’s sure to be a favorite at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs), peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and caramelized, stirring halfway through.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm as a side dish or addition to salads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 156
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg