Delicious Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash for Cozy Nights

This Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash recipe offers a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, making it a must-try dish for fall.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1

Course Side Dishes

Cuisine American

Servings squash halves

Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

Oven
baking sheet
large pan

Ingredients

For the Squash

2 whole acorn squash the star of the show
2 tablespoons olive oil for roasting
salt to taste
pepper to taste

For the Filling

2 whole apples peeled, cored, and diced
½ cup walnuts chopped
¼ cup dried cranberries
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
2 tablespoons brown sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup maple syrup for drizzling

Instructions

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the acorn squash in half and scoop out the seeds. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Place the squash cut side down on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes.
Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add diced apples, walnuts, and cranberries, cooking for 5-7 minutes.
Add cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, and salt to the mixture, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Stuff the roasted squash halves with the apple mixture.
Drizzle maple syrup over the stuffed squash.
Return the baking sheet to the oven for another 15-20 minutes.
Remove from oven, let cool a few minutes, and serve.

Notes

For best flavor, use seasonal apples and adjust spices to personal taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squash halfCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Keyword Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash, comfort food, Fall Recipes, healthy recipes, vegetarian dishes

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