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Roasted Butternut Squash

Published: Oct 30, 2017 · Modified: Mar 20, 2020 by Anna 14 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a commission.

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Roasted Butternut Squash - sweet and spiced butternut squash roasted in the oven with honey and cinnamon. Perfect side dish for the holidays!

If you are a fan of this vegetable, you may also like my recipe for Baked Acorn Squash or the Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash.

Cubed and roasted squash on a plate.

Roasting vegetables is my favorite way to turn them into delicious side dishes. It's simple, easy and the roasting brings out the best flavors. This Honey Roasted Butternut Squash is just that. Sweet, spiced and each bite melts in your mouth. Perfect side dish for the holidays and special occasion dinners!

Ingredients needed:

  • butternut squash
  • olive oil
  • honey
  • cinnamon
  • salt

Instructions:

There are two ways of preparing butternut squash for roasting in the oven. It all depends on what you will use it for.

  • For mashed squash or smooth soup, cut butternut squash in half lengthwise, drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven until soft. Then scoop out the flesh and use it in your dish.
  • For my recipe, I cut off the ends of the squash, peeled the skin off and cut the vegetable into 1" cubes. Then drizzle with olive oil, honey, season with salt and cinnamon, place on a large baking sheet and roast in the oven for 35 minutes or until soft.

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Tips for roasting squash:

  • I highly recommend using parchment paper or silicone baking mat for roasting vegetables, like the butternut squash. I don't like using aluminum foil for many reasons, but also because it easily rips. No one wants pieces of foil in their dish.
  • The butternut squash does not dry out. It cooks into soft, melt-in-your-mouth bites that are both sweet and spiced. I love sprinkling ground cloves over the finished dish while it's still warm and serve it with roasted chicken or braised pork chops.
Honey Roasted Butternut Squash Recipe - sweet and spiced butternut squash roasted in the oven with honey and cinnamon. Perfect side dish for the holidays!

More recipes with squash:

  • Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash
  • Baked Acorn Squash
Roasted Butternut Squash on a white plate.

More roasted vegetable recipes:

  • Garlic Parmesan Roasted Broccoli
  • Garlic Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts
  • Lemon Garlic Roasted Potatoes

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Roasted Butternut Squash on a plate.

Roasted Butternut Squash

Author: Anna
Sweet and spiced butternut squash roasted in the oven with honey and cinnamon. Perfect side dish for the holidays! 
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 35 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 5 people
Calories 198 kcal
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Ingredients
 
 

  • 3 lb butternut squash
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat. Set aside.
  • Cut off the ends of the squash. Cut the vegetable in half. Peel off the skin.
  • Slice squash into 1" thick slices, then cut each one into 1" cubes.
  • Place squash into a bowl, drizzle with olive oil and honey. Season with salt and cinnamon. Toss to coat. Spread quash in a single layer in the prepared baking pan.
  • Roast in the oven for 35 to 40 minutes, rotating the pans half way, if needed. Bake until tender.
  • When done, remove from oven and place in a serving dish.
  • Use immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.

Notes

  1. This roasted butternut squash is the best eaten the same day.
  2. Please note, that the nutrition value can vary depending on what product you use. The information below is an estimate. Always use calorie counter you are familiar with.

Nutrition

Calories: 198kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Sodium: 127mg | Potassium: 957mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 28930IU | Vitamin C: 57.2mg | Calcium: 131mg | Iron: 1.9mg
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  1. Itsawlrite says

    February 07, 2018 at 8:32 pm

    Just a quick note to say if you microwave the squash, whole not peeled for approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Much easier to peel with a potato peeler even.

    Reply
    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      February 08, 2018 at 2:58 pm

      Thank you for the tip!

      Reply
  2. lynn says

    November 23, 2017 at 2:17 pm

    5 stars
    Making it now!! Looks and smells amazing.

    Reply
    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      November 24, 2017 at 12:42 am

      Awesome! Thank you so much, Lynn!

      Reply
  3. Antonette says

    November 22, 2017 at 3:06 pm

    Any comments on roasting the day before and then reheating? Trying to prep as much as possible for thanksgiving!

    Reply
    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      November 22, 2017 at 4:39 pm

      Hi Antonette! Obviously, the squash will taste the best when served the same day as roasted but you can make it the day before, refrigerate and reheat the next day. Let me know how it goes!

      Reply
      • Antonette says

        November 22, 2017 at 5:03 pm

        I will try it and post the outcome. Hope it turns out ok.

  4. Trish says

    November 02, 2017 at 11:21 am

    What a terrific combination! A great side dish for Thanksgiving for sure!

    Reply
  5. Nutmeg Nanny says

    November 01, 2017 at 12:56 pm

    I love how this is honey roasted! Saving this for Thanksgiving!

    Reply
  6. Michelle says

    November 01, 2017 at 6:38 am

    We're big butternut squash fans here! Can't wait to try this!

    Reply
  7. Delaney says

    October 31, 2017 at 10:18 pm

    This is the perfect Thanksgiving side dish!

    Reply
  8. Dorothy says

    October 31, 2017 at 9:02 pm

    I love the sweet elements you've added. I love squash!

    Reply
  9. Amanda says

    October 31, 2017 at 7:42 pm

    Roasted butternut squash is my favorite veggie!!

    Reply
  10. Jen says

    October 31, 2017 at 3:20 pm

    My boys have never like butternut squash but the flavors in this look fantastic that I need to give it another try.

    Reply

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