Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Acorn Squash
Cuisine: American
Categories: Vegetarian, Vegan & Vegetables
Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Acorn Squash is a cozy and delicious side dish that brings the comforting flavors of fall to your table. This recipe features halved acorn squash roasted to golden perfection, with a caramelized topping of melted butter, brown sugar, and a hint of warm cinnamon. The squash flesh becomes tender and naturally sweet, perfectly complemented by the rich, sugary glaze. A sprinkle of salt balances the sweetness, creating a delightful harmony of flavors. Easy to prepare yet impressive in presentation, this dish is perfect for family dinners, holiday gatherings, or as a simple treat to celebrate the season's harvest.
Difficulty: EASY
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Serving Size: 4 servings
Ingredients:
- 2 small acorn squash, halved and seeded
- 8 (heaping) tsp Wholesome Organic Dark Brown Sugar
- 4 tsp vegan margarine (or butter)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Line a rimmed baking pan with unbleached parchment paper.
- Put the acorn squash halves, cut-side-up, on the prepared baking pan.
- Put 2 heaping teaspoons of organic dark brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of margarine, and ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon in the center of each squash.
- Tent foil over the squash and bake 45 to 55 minutes or until the squash is soft and the filling is bubbling.