Autumn Butternut Squash Apple Bake: Cozy Comfort Food Recipe
A warm and inviting dish perfect for fall, this Autumn Butternut Squash Apple Bake blends savory squash with sweet apples for a delightful comfort food experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 3 cups apples, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the butternut squash and apples.
- In another bowl, mix the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour over the squash and apple mixture, then stir to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- In the same bowl, mix together the melted butter, oats, and walnuts. Sprinkle over the top of the squash and apple mixture.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the squash is tender and the topping is golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute butter with coconut oil.
- Feel free to add raisins or cranberries for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: butternut squash, apple bake, autumn recipes, comfort food