Butternut Squash Crunch
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible Butternut Squash Crunch, a harmonious blend of warm spices, velvety roasted butternut squash, and a satisfyingly crispy pecan-panko topping. Perfectly seasoned with cinnamon, salt, and pepper, the roasted squash reaches caramelized perfection in the oven, while the buttery breadcrumb mixture, sweetened with a touch of maple syrup, adds a deliciously nutty crunch. This easy-to-make recipe is ready in under an hour and is a fantastic balance of textures and flavors, making it an ideal addition to any fall-inspired feast, Thanksgiving spread, or cozy weeknight dinner. With wholesome ingredients and plenty of crowd-pleasing appeal, Butternut Squash Crunch is destined to become a new seasonal favorite!
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Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized (about 2-3 lbs) butternut squash
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.75 cups pecans
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 0.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Peel the butternut squash, cut it in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds. Dice the flesh into roughly 1-inch cubes.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, toss the diced squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, and cinnamon until evenly coated.
Step 4
Spread the squash cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Step 5
While the squash is roasting, roughly chop the pecans and set them aside.
Step 6
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the panko breadcrumbs and pecans, cooking for 2-3 minutes until lightly toasted. Remove from heat and mix in the maple syrup.
Step 7
After 20 minutes, remove the squash from the oven. Sprinkle the pecan-breadcrumb mixture evenly over the squash.
Step 8
Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the topping is golden and crispy.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1342.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1758.0 |
| Total Fat 121.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 20.2g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2582.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 177.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 45.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 53.6g | |
| Protein 21.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 550.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3553.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories