Crock Pot Butternut Squash with Brown Sugar and Cinnamon
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Crock Pot Butternut Squash with Brown Sugar and Cinnamon recipe—a deliciously sweet and savory side dish that practically cooks itself! Featuring tender cubes of butternut squash infused with warm cinnamon, a touch of brown sugar, and a hint of buttery richness, this slow-cooked delight is perfect for cozy family meals or festive holiday spreads. With minimal prep and just a handful of pantry staples, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a melt-in-your-mouth creation. The low-and-slow cooking method ensures a luscious texture while locking in all the decadent flavors. Serve it warm for a crowd-pleasing side that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, turkey, or vegetarian mains. Keywords: crock pot butternut squash, slow-cooker recipes, brown sugar and cinnamon squash, fall side dish, easy holiday recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Butternut squash
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.25 cups Water
Instructions
Peel the butternut squash, cut it in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds. Then cut the squash into 1-inch cubes.
Spray the inside of your crock pot lightly with non-stick cooking spray or grease it with butter to prevent sticking.
Place the cubed butternut squash into the crock pot in an even layer.
Sprinkle the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt evenly over the squash.
Slice the butter into small pieces and dot them over the squash mixture.
Add the water to the crock pot, pouring it around the edges to prevent washing off the seasoning on top of the squash.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 4 hours or until the squash is tender and easily pierced with a fork.
Once cooked, gently stir the squash to coat it in the melted butter and seasonings. Be careful not to mash the squash if you want to keep the cubes intact.
Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.8 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 783 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 123.7 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.4 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.3 g | ||
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 430 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 2630 mg | 56% | |
*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.
