Baked Squash with Apples and Cranberries

Sweet, savory, and bursting with autumn flavors, this Baked Squash with Apples and Cranberries is the ultimate fall-inspired side dish. Tender chunks of butternut squash are paired with juicy apple slices and tart cranberries, then caramelized in a luscious maple-butter glaze seasoned with warm cinnamon and nutmeg. A touch of lemon juice brightens the dish, while optional pecans add a delightful crunch. Perfect for holiday feasts or cozy weeknight dinners, this easy-to-make casserole is baked to golden perfection in under an hour. Serve it warm for a comforting, nutrient-packed dish that celebrates the best of seasonal produce.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 large butternut squash
• 2 medium apples (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji)
• 1 cup fresh cranberries
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Peel the butternut squash, cut it in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds. Cut the flesh into 1-inch cubes and place them in the baking dish.

Step 3

Core the apples and slice them into thin wedges. Add the apple slices and fresh cranberries to the dish with the squash.

Step 4

In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the brown sugar, maple syrup, butter, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Stir until the butter is melted and everything is well blended.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon juice.

Step 6

Pour the butter and maple syrup mixture evenly over the squash, apples, and cranberries in the baking dish. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.

Step 7

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil, stir the mixture gently, and sprinkle chopped pecans (if using) on top.

Step 9

Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the squash is tender and caramelized around the edges.

Step 10

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm as a side dish or a comforting main course!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1684.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1217.6

Total Fat 45.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 660.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 218.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.3g	0%
Total Sugars 80.8g
Protein 16.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 642.9mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 4199.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.4%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 64.7%