Name: Cinnamon Roast Butternut Squash
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups butternut squash; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 tbsp maple syrup

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Cinnamon Roast Butternut Squash

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Ingredients

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Cinnamon Roast Butternut Squash

2 cups butternut squashpeeled and chopped, about 1 small squash

2 teaspoons olive oil

¼ tsp ground cinnamon

1 tbsp maple syrup

Instructions

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F.

Place the squash on a baking sheet, drizzle or spray with oil and toss to coat well.

Bake for 40 minutes or until fork-tender. Keep an eye on them, as every oven cooks differently! Remove from oven, sprinkle with cinnamon and drizzle with the maple syrup. Toss to coat, return to oven and bake an additional 5 minutes.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Cut Uniformly for Even Cooking 🔪
Cut butternut squash into uniform 1-inch cubes or half-inch slices to ensure even roasting and prevent some pieces from burning while others remain undercooked.
Pat Dry Before Roasting 💧
Thoroughly dry the squash pieces with paper towels after cutting to remove excess moisture, which allows them to caramelize properly and develop deeper, sweeter flavors.
Toss Halfway Through Roasting 🔄
Flip and shake the pan halfway through cooking to ensure all sides brown evenly and the maple syrup coating caramelizes uniformly for consistent sweetness in every bite.
Add Cinnamon Post-Roast for Brightness ✨
Sprinkle fresh cinnamon immediately after roasting while the squash is still hot to preserve its aromatic qualities, rather than mixing it in before cooking where heat can diminish its potency.
Don't Skip the Cooling Period ❄️
Let roasted squash cool for 2-3 minutes on the hot pan to allow the maple syrup to set into a slight glaze, creating a more elegant texture and improved flavor concentration.