This easy way to Baked Acorn Squash is soon to be a family favorite.
Baked Acorn Squash with Maple Pecan Butter
I always look forward to fall just because it means there will be fresh acorn squash in the stores. I think it is one of my favorite vegetables. Growing up my dad and I were the only ones who ate it so I quickly learned to make it because mom never thought of it. She always said to use only butter, brown sugar, and salt and pepper on it. This simple butter is so good I may never make it the other way again, just make sure to use real maple syrup. If you want to try mom’s way quarter the squash, and then add a teaspoon of butter, a teaspoon of brown sugar, salt and pepper. Bake the same way.
When you buy acorn squash look for one with a shiny dark green skin and feel heavy for their size. You also want the stem to still be on it. When you buy acorn squash that don’t have a stem they tend to spoil quickly. I bought one a few weeks ago that spoiled in a week that didn’t have a stem.
- 1 acorn squash
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup pecans
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cut the acorn squash into halves. Take out seeds. Cut down the center of each half to get quarters.
- Place skin side down in a baking dish.
- Bake for 30 minutes uncovered.
- Mix together butter and maple syrup. When thoroughly combined stir in pecans. Add 1/4 of the mixture on each piece of squash. Cook another 10 minutes or until butter mixture is melted.
I have another recipe for acorn squash here that you might want to try.
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My sister is coming to visit and I think she would love this! Thanks for sharing!!
I am loving squash. Your’s looks delish.
Hi, this is the perfect fall recipe! It’s also great for the holidays approaching. I pinned it and I will try to make this. TFS. I saw it on share your cup.
Julie from julieslifestyle.blogspot.com
Perfect! I was just given an acorn squash and I’ve never cooked one before!
My mom use to make this all the time for my Dad. While baking it would fill the house with a wonderful aroma. Thank you for sharing it on our Four Seasons Blog Hop
Thanks Shawna, that’s how I got used to making it, for my dad. My mom would never make it so I did.
Looks awesome! Thanks for joining Click Chicks! Next week is Halloween. Hope to see you there!
This looks delicious. I’ve done roasted acorn squash before but never with pecans, definitely trying this next time. Thanks for sharing on the Weekend re-Treat Link Party!
Britni
Hi Britni, I loved it this way. I used to always put the butter and brown sugar on them at the beginning when I made it that way. This way you roast it first and add it later. I liked it better this way.
I make similar but without the pecans. I bet my hubby would like that addition! Thanks for stopping by the Craft Frenzy Friday I co-hosted!
That looks delicious! I’m pinning to remember the recipe.
Thanks Heather!
My dad used to make acorn squash all the time but I haven’t had it for years. My name is Katie and I host Fall Into the Holidays, open Saturdays. I would love to have you link up!
Thanks, Katie, I will be right over. Thanks for posting.
oh my, I love pecans and anything maple flavored. This would be a hit with me. Hubby hates Winter squash but I cook it for myself. Love the leftovers for lunch! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
Thanks for visiting me Jann! I love it also, one of my favorite vegs.
My husband loves acorn squash! Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop Hugs!
I love acorn squash and this recipe is so easy! Thanks for sharing it. I can’t wait to try it.
Hope you like it Corinne!