Butternut Squash Apple Bake
A warm, comforting bake that combines tender butternut squash and sweet apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and a buttery glaze—perfect for fall dinners or cozy holiday sides.
Ingredients
- 1 medium butternut squash peeled and cubed
- 3 medium apples sliced
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ cup butter melted
- ½ cup chopped nuts optional, for crunch and flavor
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Peel and cube the butternut squash, then thinly slice the apples.
- In a large bowl, toss squash and apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and melted butter until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture into a greased or parchment-lined baking dish and top with chopped nuts if desired.
- Bake uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the squash is tender and the apples are caramelized.
- Let cool slightly before serving so the buttery glaze sets beautifully.