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Autumn Butternut Squash Apple Bake

Cozy Autumn Butternut Squash Apple Bake for Warmth and Flavor

This Autumn Butternut Squash Apple Bake combines creamy butternut squash and sweet apples for a comforting side dish perfect for fall.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 3 cups Butternut Squash, cubed Use pre-cut cubes for convenience.
  • 2 cups Gala Apples, diced Substitute with Honeycrisp or Fuji.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Try pumpkin pie spice for a different kick.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for the best taste.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar or Honey Maple syrup can be an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Coconut oil works for a dairy-free option.
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Golden Raisins Can be substituted with dried cranberries.
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries Feel free to omit if unavailable.
  • 1/2 cup Pecans or Walnuts, chopped Swap out nuts based on your preference.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish with lid
  • Mixing bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare your baking dish with a lid.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cubed butternut squash, diced Gala apples, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and brown sugar or honey. Season with salt and black pepper.
  3. Transfer the mixture into a lidded baking dish and dot the top with butter. Cover and bake for 15 minutes.
  4. After 15 minutes, remove the lid and sprinkle golden raisins, dried cranberries, and nuts over the mixture. Toss gently and cover again.
  5. Bake for an additional 15 minutes, then check for doneness by piercing the largest piece of squash with a fork.
  6. Stir gently to combine flavors before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Cut butternut squash into uniform ½-inch cubes for even cooking. Add diced apples halfway through cooking to maintain texture.

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