Nutty Maple Squash (Printable)

Oven-roasted butternut squash glazed with maple syrup and topped with a crunchy nut mix.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Squash

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

→ Glaze

02 - 3 tablespoons maple syrup
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Nut Topping

07 - 1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped
08 - 1/4 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
09 - 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
10 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
11 - 1 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil for vegan option
12 - Pinch of sea salt

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the butternut squash cubes with maple syrup, olive oil, cinnamon, sea salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the glazed squash in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through to ensure even cooking.
04 - Meanwhile, combine pecans, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, maple syrup, melted butter (or coconut oil), and a pinch of sea salt in a small bowl, mixing thoroughly.
05 - Remove the squash from the oven, evenly sprinkle the nut mixture over the top, then return to the oven and bake an additional 10 minutes until nuts are golden and squash is tender.
06 - Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This squash dish melts in your mouth with a secret hint of cinnamon that feels like sharing a cozy moment with an old friend
  • The nutty topping adds a satisfying crunch that turned this side into my go-to for holiday dinners
02 -
  • Make sure your squash cubes are roughly the same size to ensure even cooking
  • The nut topping not only adds texture but develops a lovely toasted aroma that transforms the dish
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  • Always toast the nuts separately if you prefer a crunchier texture without sogginess
  • The secret is in balancing the maple syrup with a touch of salt to amp up the flavors perfectly

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