Acorn Squash Butter

Acorn Squash Butter
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 40 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    3 hrs
  • SERVING
    48 People
  • VIEWS
    24

Transform humble acorn squash into a luscious, spiced butter that evokes the warm flavors of pumpkin pie. Perfect for slathering on toast, swirling into oatmeal, or gifting to friends, this versatile spread captures the essence of autumn.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    17 g
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    0 g
  • Sodium
    6 mg
  • Sugar
    14 g
  • Fat
    0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Image Step 01
01 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

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02 Step

Recipe View 1 hrs Fill two 9x13-inch baking dishes with 1 inch of water each. Place three acorn squash halves cut-side-down into each baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven until the squash is very tender and the skin begins to separate from the meat, about 1 hour. Remove, discard the water, and set aside until cool enough to handle.

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03 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Scoop the acorn squash flesh from the skins and into a blender. Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. Puree until thick and smooth.

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04 Step

Recipe View 45 mins Scrape the squash puree into a heavy-bottomed pot, and stir in the brown sugar and apple juice concentrate. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until thickened, 40 to 45 minutes.

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05 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Cool completely before packing into freezer-safe containers. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 months or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

For a smoother butter, strain the pureed squash through a fine-mesh sieve before cooking.
Adjust the spices to your preference. A pinch of cardamom or allspice would also be delicious.
If you don't have apple juice concentrate, apple cider or unsweetened applesauce can be used as a substitute, but may affect the sweetness and cooking time.
Make sure the squash butter is completely cool before freezing to prevent ice crystals from forming.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 8 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • America Mueller

    Freezes beautifully. I made a big batch and have been enjoying it all winter.

  • Jazmyne Lockman

    I added a bit of maple syrup for extra sweetness and it was a hit!

  • Tad Pagac

    This recipe is fantastic! My kids love it on their pancakes.

  • Nellie Torp

    Easy to follow and the result is so much better than I expected. Will definitely make again.

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