Air Fryer Acorn Squash
This air fryer acorn squash is an easy and delicious side dish that is ready in a flash! Perfectly roasted, this simple acorn squash in the air fryer is sure to become a family favorite.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 acorn squash
- 1 tsp olive oil + more for the basket
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted {optional}
- 1 tsp maple syrup {optional}
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon {optional}
- 1/4 tsp flaky salt {optional}
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer at 400˚F for 3 minutes.
- Cut the stem and root end off of the acorn squash.1 acorn squash
- Cut the squash down the middle from stem to root end, and using a spoon, scoop out the seeds and fibrous strings.
- Brush the cut side of the squash with olive oil.1 tsp olive oil
- Brush the air fryer basket with olive oil or use air fryer parchment.
- Place the squash cut side down in the basket and cook at 390˚F for 15 minutes.
- In a small bowl combine melted butter, maple syrup, and cinnamon.1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, 1 tsp maple syrup, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Using tongs or large spoons, carefully flip the squash halves so that they are facing cut side up in the basket.
- Drizzle the butter mixture over the cut sides of the acorn squash, and roast for another 10-15 minutes or until the squash is easily pierced with a knife or fork.
- Top with flaky salt and serve.1/4 tsp flaky salt
Notes
- Every person prefers their veggies roasted to a specific level. Use common sense and check on the squash during the cooking process to see what works best for you.
- If your air fryer has multiple settings like air fry, bake, etc., use the air fry setting.
- Note that larger acorn squash will need to cook longer. When the halves are easily pierced with the tip of a knife, they’re done cooking.