Maple Pecan Roasted Acorn Squash
This Maple Pecan Roasted Acorn Squash recipe features sweet and savory flavors, with tender roasted squash enhanced by rich maple syrup and crunchy pecans. It’s a delightful side dish perfect for fall gatherings or a cozy dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 acorn squash, cut in half and scooped/seeded
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 cup pecans, toasted and coarsely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the squash halves on a baking sheet with the scooped holes facing up and divide the butter and maple syrup between the holes.
- Bake in the preheated oven until tender, about 40-50 minutes, basting the insides with the butter and syrup in the holes.
- Sprinkle on the toasted pecans and enjoy with a spoon!
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg