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Roasted delicata squash slices with golden, caramelized edges on a white plate — an easy and healthy delicata squash recipe.

Easy Cinnamon Delicata Squash

Cathy @ msinthecountry.com
Naturally sweet delicata squash caramelized in coconut oil and cinnamon. An easy, melt-in-your-mouth side dish that feels like dessert.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Healthy Comfort Food, Seasonal Fall Recipe
Servings 2

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Parchment paper Optional, but helps prevent sticking
  • 1 Sharp knife
  • 1 Spoon For scooping out seeds
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Measuring spoon
  • 2 Oven mitts

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Delicata squash
  • 1 tablespoon Coconut oil Can also use olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • Dash of salt optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Melt coconut oil, stir in the cinnamon (and salt, if using), and set aside.
  • Rinse the delicata squash under cool water to remove any dirt.
  • Using a sharp knife, trim off both ends, then slice the squash in half lengthwise.
  • Scoop out the seeds with a spoon or ice cream scoop. You can discard them or save them for roasting later.
  • Slice each half into ½-inch thick half-moons, then toss them in the coconut-cinnamon mixture until evenly coated.
  • Arrange the slices in a single layer on your baking sheet.
  • Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until both sides are golden brown and caramelized.
  • Serve warm and enjoy that cozy, cinnamon sweetness!
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