Air Fryer Acorn Squash

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Air Fryer Acorn Squash

With just 4 ingredients, this Air Fryer Acorn Squash recipe turns boring squash into something absolutely amazing. It's the perfect side for fall and winter and so easy to make!

Prep Time10

Cook Time35

Total Time45

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Acorn Squash Recipes, air fryer acorn squash brown sugar, easy air fryer recipes

Servings: servings

Ingredients

1 & 1/2 pound acorn squash
1 tablespoon unsalted butter , softened
2 tablespoons brown sugar
sprinkle of salt , to taste
sprinkle of cayenne pepper , optional but recommended!

Instructions

Wash and dry the squash, then carefully (but with some muscle!) cut in half along the ribs, lengthwise.
With a spoon, scrape the seeds and pulp from each half; discard (or wash, dry, and roast the seeds with seasoning!)
If your air fryer requires preheating, set it on 325°F degrees F for 5 minutes.
Place acorn squash halves in the air fryer, cut side up.
Air fry for 20 minutes.
Spread the butter over the flesh of each half, then sprinkle with the sugar, salt, and cayenne (if using.)
Increase the air fryer temp to 375°F and air fry for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork or pairing knife.

Notes

Acorn squash usually range in size from 1 & 1/2 to 2 pounds. Most of the ones I find are 1 & 1/2 pounds and my cooking time reflects that. If your squash is larger, you might need to extend the cooking time.

Another thing to note is the size of your air fryer. My air fryer is a 5.8-quart Cosori Air Fryer which can easily fit both squash halves. If you own a different model air fryer or a smaller one, you might need to cook in batches. Some air fryers also heat differently, so if your squash isn't tender after 35 minutes, just add a few more minutes.

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