Baked acorn squash halves with butter and brown sugar

Baked acorn squash halves with butter and brown sugar recipe videos

Baked acorn squash halves with butter and brown sugar is a classic American side dish, particularly popular in the Northeast during the autumn harvest season. The recipe typically involves halving and seeding an acorn squash, then roasting it with a generous topping of butter and brown sugar until caramelized and tender.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a moderate source of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber from the squash, with added fats and simple sugars from the butter and brown sugar topping. A single half-squash serving generally provides around 200-300 calories, along with notable amounts of vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	200 kcal
Protein	2 g
Carbs	40 g
Fat	7 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	22 g
Sodium	10 mg
Potassium	500 mg
Vitamin A	550 IU
Vitamin C	15 mg
Magnesium	50 mg
Manganese	0.5 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg
Folate	30 mcg

Per 1 half squash (approx. 200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this preparation is a staple of New England Thanksgiving tables, showcasing a beloved native North American winter squash. Nutritionally, the squash's natural sweetness is enhanced by the caramelization of the sugar, creating a dish that blurs the line between a savory side and a comforting dessert.