Name: Roasted Whole Butternut Squash
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American

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August 11, 2025

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This Roasted Whole Butternut Squash is a simple way to prepare butternut squash to use in a multitude of recipes! This handy tutorial walks you through how to cut butternut squash in half, roast it until tender and velvety, and includes all the ways you can use it!

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Roasted Whole Butternut Squash

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Lay the butternut squash on a cutting board and cut off the top and bottom with a sharp knife.

Stand the squash upright and insert the blade in the middle and use a gentle rocking motion to cut it in half. If you prefer, you can lay the squash on the cutting board and cut it in half lengthwise using a small rocking motion.

Place the squash cut-side up in a large baking dish or on a rimmed baking sheet and brush with oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Bake uncovered for about 60 minutes until very tender and the tip of a knife is inserted easily. Remove from heat and once the squash is cool enough to handle, scoop out the flesh with a large spoon and place in a bowl.

Allow the butternut squash to cool and add to your recipes or refrigerate. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Squash Scoring Technique 🔪
Before roasting, use a sharp knife to score the butternut squash skin in a crosshatch pattern to help seasonings penetrate and create more crispy edges.
Oil Massage Magic 🤲
Thoroughly massage the olive oil into every crevice of the squash, ensuring even coating and helping the skin become perfectly caramelized during roasting.
Seed Roasting Bonus 🌱
Don't discard the seeds! Clean and roast them separately with a sprinkle of salt for a delicious, crunchy garnish or snack.
Moisture Retention Hack 💧
Place a small amount of water in the bottom of the roasting pan to create steam and prevent the squash from drying out during cooking.
Ripeness Recognition 🍂
Choose a butternut squash with a deep, matte color and heavy weight, which indicates optimal ripeness and sweetest flavor for roasting.