Description
This Autumn Butternut Squash Apple Bake is a warm, comforting dish that combines the creamy texture of roasted butternut squash with the sweet, tart flavor of fresh apples. The dish is topped with a crunchy oat and nut crumble, creating a delightful contrast that will awaken your senses with every bite.
Ingredients
- Butternut Squash: 2 cups, peeled and cubed
- Apples: 3 medium, cored and sliced (preferably Granny Smith)
- Brown Sugar: 1/2 cup
- Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon
- Oats: 1 cup
- Walnuts: 1/2 cup, chopped
- Butter: 1/4 cup, melted
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed butternut squash, sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss until well coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In another bowl, mix the oats, chopped walnuts, melted butter, and vanilla extract until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the squash and apple mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the topping is golden brown.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.
- Substitute pecans for walnuts for a different nutty flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the baking dish
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15 grams
- Sodium: 50 milligrams
- Fat: 9 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 3 grams
- Cholesterol: 10 milligrams
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