Description
Silky butternut squash delight infuses warm cinnamon magic into classic autumn comfort. Creamy, golden ribbons of roasted squash whisper sweet promises, drawing you into a delectable seasonal embrace that lingers with each comforting spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- ⅓ cup (50 grams) cranberries, halved (fresh or frozen)
Cooking Oils and Sweeteners:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons (42 grams) honey
Spices and Seasonings:
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to a high temperature of 425°F, creating an ideal environment for roasting the butternut squash to perfection.
- Transform the butternut squash into uniform cubes, approximately 1-2 inches in size, promoting consistent caramelization and even cooking.
- Arrange the squash cubes on a parchment-lined baking sheet, allowing ample space between pieces to encourage proper roasting.
- Massage the squash with avocado oil, then generously sprinkle salt and black pepper, ensuring each cube is thoroughly seasoned.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven, roasting for 25-30 minutes until the squash develops golden-brown edges and becomes fork-tender.
- While the squash roasts, craft a vibrant glaze by whisking together honey, ground cinnamon, chopped cranberries, and a hint of cayenne pepper.
- Extract the roasted squash from the oven and lavishly drizzle the spiced honey mixture, coating each cube with the sweet and zesty glaze.
- Return the glazed squash to the oven for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the exterior to caramelize without burning.
Notes
- Perfectly preheat your oven to guarantee even roasting and caramelization of the butternut squash.
- Cut squash into uniform 1-2 inch cubes to ensure consistent cooking and beautiful golden-brown edges.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent squash from sticking to the baking sheet.
- Balance sweet and spicy flavors with a delightful honey-cinnamon glaze featuring a hint of cayenne kick.
- Watch carefully during the final glazing stage to prevent burning and preserve the squash’s delicate caramelization.
- Opt for avocado oil for its high smoke point and subtle, clean flavor that complements the squash’s natural sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg