Rum Glazed Acorn Squash

Transform your dinner table with the irresistible warmth of Rum Glazed Acorn Squash, a perfect blend of seasonal flavors and indulgent sweetness. This recipe combines tender, caramelized wedges of acorn squash with a luscious glaze made from dark rum, brown sugar, and aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Roasted to perfection with a buttery coating, the squash develops golden edges and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Optional toppings like crunchy pecans and a drizzle of maple syrup elevate this dish to gourmet status. Ideal as a comforting fall side dish or holiday centerpiece, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in just an hour and will leave your guests raving about its rich, spiced allure. Keywords: acorn squash recipe, rum glaze, fall side dish, roasted squash, holiday recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 whole Acorn squash
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons Dark brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Dark rum
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped pecans (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.

Step 2

Carefully cut each acorn squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds and stringy pulp with a spoon.

Step 3

Slice each half into 1-inch-thick wedges and arrange them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, dark rum, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, kosher salt, and black pepper until fully combined and smooth. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Brush the rum glaze generously over each wedge of squash, ensuring all sides are coated. Reserve a small amount of the glaze for basting later.

Step 6

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the squash for 20 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the squash from the oven and brush with the reserved glaze. If desired, sprinkle chopped pecans on top for added texture and flavor.

Step 8

Return the squash to the oven and continue roasting for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the squash is tender and caramelized.

Step 9

Optional: Drizzle the roasted squash with maple syrup for extra sweetness before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy the rich, spiced flavors of the rum glaze!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1884.5 grams (1884.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1753

Total Fat 59.90g	77%
Saturated Fat 29.30g	147%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 385mg	17%
Total Carbohydrate 308.50g	112%
Dietary Fiber 78.20g	279%
Total Sugars 51.70g
Protein 21.40g	43%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 846mg	65%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 7707mg	164%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.0%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 66.4%