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Glazed roasted acorn squash rings on a rustic ceramic plate

Grandma's Easy Candied Acorn Squash Rings

Baked in a sweet, buttery glaze of brown sugar and warm spices until completely tender and caramelized, this dish tastes more like a decadent treat than a vegetable.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: acorn squash, candied, easy, rings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 285kcal
Cost: $8.00

Equipment

  • 1 knife
  • 1 large spoon
  • 1 shallow baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • 1 large bowl

Ingredients 

  • 2 medium acorn squash
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • ⅔ cup brown sugar, packed

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°.
  • Cut the squash in half lengthwise. Remove and throw away the seeds.
  • Cut each half crosswise into ½ inch slices. Discard the ends.
  • Arrange the squash in a shallow baking pan and cover with foil. Bake until it is just tender about 25 minutes.
  • In a bowl combine the butter and sugar. Spread this mixture over the squash.
  • Bake the squash uncovered for about 15 to 20 minutes longer, making sure to baste it occasionally.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Grandma's Easy Candied Acorn Squash Rings
Serving Size
 
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
285
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
13
g
20
%
Saturated Fat
 
9
g
56
%
Cholesterol
 
39
mg
13
%
Sodium
 
166
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
 
38
g
13
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
25
g
28
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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