Brown Sugar Glazed Winter Squash
Transform your cool-weather dinners with this irresistible recipe for Brown Sugar Glazed Winter Squash! Perfectly roasted cubes of butternut, acorn, or delicata squash are elevated with a luscious brown sugar and cinnamon glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. With hints of butter and a touch of thyme for optional garnish, this savory-sweet dish makes an ideal side for holiday feasts or cozy weeknight meals. Ready in under an hour and featuring simple ingredients like olive oil, kosher salt, and a dash of pepper, this recipe brings out the natural sweetness of winter squash while adding a rich, flavorful twist. Serve it warm for the ultimate seasonal comfort food that’s as stunning as it is satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium winter squash (butternut, acorn, or delicata)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoons kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
Carefully peel and seed the winter squash. Cut it into 1-inch cubes or wedges, depending on your preference.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the squash pieces with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Arrange the squash in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Stir in the brown sugar and ground cinnamon until fully combined and a sticky glaze forms.
After 25 minutes of roasting, drizzle the brown sugar glaze over the partially cooked squash. Toss gently to coat all pieces evenly.
Return the squash to the oven and roast for an additional 15 minutes, or until the squash is tender and caramelized.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1365 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.0 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 681 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 242.9 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 65.4 g | 234% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.2 g | ||
| Protein | 17.9 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 867 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 5741 mg | 122% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
