Air Fryer Acorn Squash is the perfect recipe for a delicious and easy squash. Made with just a few ingredients, and ready in under 30 minutes, you will love this simple side dish!
You will love this Acorn Squash recipe because it makes almost any dish a delicious meal. Our entire family loves Air Fryer Squash and Butternut Squash. So of course, this type of winter squash is also a favorite side dish.
Ingredients to make Sweet and Buttery Air Fryer Acorn Squash
I make this recipe using my Cosori Air Fryer. Depending on the type of air fryer you have, cooking time may need to be adjusted by 2-5 minutes.
- Acorn Squash
- Unsalted Butter
- Brown Sugar
- Cinnamon-you can also add a pinch of nutmeg for a more seasonal flavor
- Kosher Salt
Optional: Drizzle with a touch of honey or maple syrup, like Log Cabins Syrup, and chopped pecans
How to Air Fry Acorn Squash
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To prepare the food basket, lightly spray the basket with cooking spray, or line basket with air fryer parchment paper.
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Next, in a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to mix together, then set aside. (If using pecans, add them to this mixture.)
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Rinse and pat dry the squash. Then, use a sharp knife and cut the squash in half lengthwise and use a sturdy spoon to remove the seeds.
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Once seeds are removed, spread the butter over the top of each slice of squash, and then place leftover butter slice in the center of the acorn. Top with the brown sugar mixture.
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Air Fry at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and fork tender.
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Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
FAQ's
Not only is it tasty, acorn squash has several healthy benefits. It is full of antioxidants and nutrients, making this a healthy side dish for your favorite recipes.
Acorn squash is an acorn shaped squash that is part of the zucchini family. It has a very mild and buttery taste, which makes it a delicious side dish for almost any meal. It can makes a perfect meal by itself, but can also be a sweet snack.
Yes, you can! Once roasted, the skin actually softens and can easily be eaten. Because it becomes soft after cooking, you can easily peel it away from the insides, or just use a spoon and eat the insides of the squash around the peel.
If you have leftovers, you can store the rest in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat squash, return to the air fryer and heat at 350 degrees for 3-5 minutes until warm.
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Air Fryer Acorn Squash
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized acorn squash about 2 pounds
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional: Drizzle with a touch of honey or maple syrup and chopped pecans
Instructions
- To prepare the food basket, lightly spray the basket with cooking spray, or line basket with air fryer parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to mix together, then set aside. (If using pecans, add them to this mixture.)
- Rinse and pat dry the squash. Then, use a sharp knife and cut the squash in half lengthwise and use a sturdy spoon to remove the seeds.
- Once seeds are removed, spread the butter over the top of each slice of squash, and then place leftover butter slice in the center of the acorn. Top with the brown sugar mixture.
- Place the acorn halves in air fryer basket. Air Fry at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes, until fork tender. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Nutrition
*Nutritional information is a calculated guesstimate. Please note that this can change with different brands and modifications you may make to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements you're using with each recipe.
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