Butternut Squash and Apples Recipe (2024)

Published: Apr 17, 2018 · Modified: Feb 17, 2021 by Megan Porta · This post may contain affiliate links.

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Butternut Squash and Apples is a super easy side to prepare. This delicious dish is versatile and it goes great with any meal!

Why This Recipe Works

I am fully aware that this recipe is not entirely matching the current season, but do you blame me? I mean..

The massive piles of snow outside are confusing. And depressing. So I keep telling myself that it’s January. Because these things are expected in January. So here you go…here’s a yummy and easy side dish for you to enjoy with your next January or anytime meal!

It really doesn’t get any easier than this and the flavor will blow your mind. The apples and butternut squash marriage is a delicious one.

And I beg of you, do not let the delicious butternut squash intimidate you. It is easier to peel and cut than you might think! If you fall in love with the flavor in this recipe, consider trying this Butternut Squash Soup, as well.

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How To Make Butternut Squash And Apples

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet or baking dish with foil and coat with cooking spray. Add the squash and apples in a single layer.

Drizzle the butter over the top and toss to coat. Sprinkle with the cinnamon.

Step 2

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, stirring once or twice throughout, until squash is tender. Sprinkle with extra cinnamon, if desired, and serve immediately!

Recipe Notes

For extra sweetness, sprinkle a little bit of light brown sugar over the squash and apples before baking.
Feel free to replace the butter with olive oil and the cinnamon with salt for a more savory side, but I personally love the touch of sweetness.
For a more thorough coating, place all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well and THEN spread into a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.

What To Serve With Butternut Squash

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Peruse this post about What To Serve With Sweet Potatoes because most of these recommendations will apply to squash, as well!
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Chicken pot pie made in your crockpot tastes sooo good alongside a serving of roasted squash!
This stromboli recipe is an all-time favorite in our house and pairs perfectly with this tasty side.

How to Cut Butternut Squash (and peel it, too!)

Super easy step-by-step instructions for how to cut butternut squash EASILY. Then you’ll have gobs of delicious squash flesh on your hands to cook with!

More Butternut Squash Recipes

If you want to forego the apples, follow this roasted butternut squash recipe instead!
Butternut squash soup is guaranteed creamy, packed with comforting flavor and super easy to prepare.
Consider roasting and mashing them and using it in place of sweet potatoes in your next sweet potato casserole.
Use equal parts mashed squash and mashed sweet potatoes as a replacement for pumpkin puree in your next pumpkin dish!
Also consider replacing mashed squash for pumpkin puree in this delicious pumpkin mac and cheese recipe! Replace elbow macaroni with any type of pasta.

Is Butternut Squash a Fruit or a Vegetable

Butternut Squash grows on a vine and is known as a winter squash. People enjoy it because of its nutty, slightly sweet taste flavor. Although squash is technically labeled a fruit, most people consider squash a vegetable that is starchy.

Which Types of Apples Are Good For Roasting?

I recommend using a variety of apples and at the very least, use two kinds: one sweet and one tart. My favorite combo is Granny Smith apples and Honeycrisp apples.

Sweet/Softer Apple Brands

Fuji
Honeycrisp
Red Delicious
Golden Delicious
Cortland
Gala

Tart (or a little Sour) Apple Brands

Granny Smith
McIntosh
Ida Red
Braeburn
Empire
Jonathan

Keep Apples From Browning

When chopping and peeling the apples, fill a large bowl about half with cool water and squeeze the juice of 1/2 lemon into it. The lemon juice will keep your apples from getting brown while you get them prepped for the recipe.

Use an apple corer/peeler if you have one because they will make this process go super fast. If you don’t have one, use a potato peeler and a knife to get the job done. You’ll need to peel, core and chop the apples. Place them into the water-lemon juice mixture as you work.

More Vegetable Side Dishes

Putting together a vegetable side for your meal should be easy and delicious. Mix up your go-to vegetable with one of these flavorful options!

Butternut Squash and Apples Recipe

Butternut Squash and Apples is a super easy side to prepare. This delicious dish is versatile and it goes great with any meal!

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: 175kcal

Author: Megan Porta

Ingredients

▢ 1 butternut squash peeled, seeded and cut into 1/2 in cubes
▢ 3 medium apples peeled, cored and cut into 1/2 in cubes
▢ 4 tbsp salted butter melted
▢ 1 tbsp cinnamon

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with foil and coat with cooking spray. Add the squash and apples in a single layer. Drizzle the butter over the top and toss to coat. Sprinkle with the cinnamon.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, stirring once or twice throughout. Sprinkle with extra cinnamon, if desired, and serve immediately!

Notes

For even extra sweetness, sprinkle a little bit of light brown sugar over the squash and apples before baking.
Feel free to replace the butter with olive oil and the cinnamon with salt for a more savory side, but I personally love the touch of sweetness.
For a more thorough coating, place all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well and THEN spread into a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.

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Butternut Squash and Apples Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How does Gordon Ramsay cook butternut squash? ›

In a large bowl mix the cubed squash, garlic cloves and ginger with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the spice mix. Season with salt and pepper and scatter in a single layer in a roasting tray. Place in the preheated oven and cook for 30 minutes until tender all the way through.

Why is butternut squash so expensive? ›

It's supply and demand!" Hard squash used to be a seasonal commodity until imports from Central America commenced and allowed for year-round supply. Currently, Acorn, Spaghetti and Butternut squash are being packed in a broad area stretching from the southeast to the Midwest United States.

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Can you eat butternut squash everyday? ›

Butternut squash is a healthful option, but its high potassium content may mean that some people should consume it in moderation. Beta-blockers are a type of medication commonly prescribed for people with heart disease. These can cause potassium levels to increase in the blood.

Which is better butternut squash or sweet potato? ›

To begin with, the butternut squash beats the sweet potato with fewer calories, carbs and sugar per serving. Moreover, it is rich in calcium, magnesium, potassium, and vitamins B6 and E. On the other hand, the sweet potato, however, provides more fiber and protein.

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Can dogs have butternut squash? ›

Just like other squashes such as courgettes or pumpkins, dogs can eat butternut squash. In fact, butternut squash is one of the most nutritious and delicious fruits for dogs and it's perfectly safe for them to eat regularly.

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Can I freeze butternut squash? ›

Slice the squash into manageable chunks, like 1-inch cubes or slices. Spread the cubes or slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer. Freeze at least one hour, or until fully frozen. Transfer the frozen squash to a zip-top bag, remove as much air as possible, and store in the freezer for up to a year.

How does Jamie Oliver cook butternut squash? ›

Method. Preheat the oven to 180ºC/350ºF/gas 4. Wash and dry the whole squash, then place on a baking tray. Pierce once or twice with the tip of a sharp knife, then bake in the oven for 1 hour 30 minutes, or until golden and very soft.

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What is the cooking method for butternut squash? ›

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the squash cubes on the baking sheet and toss with a drizzle of olive oil and pinches of salt and pepper. Roast 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.