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    You are here: Home / Air Fryer Recipes / Air Fryer Butternut Squash

    Air Fryer Butternut Squash

    Published: September 12, 2020. Last Updated: May 24, 2021 by: Ginny McMeans

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    Tilted white bowl full of cubed butternut squash with text above.
    Close up look at a white bowl full of cooked and cubed butternut squash.

    Air Fryer Butternut Squash is a healthy and delicious alternative to other cooking methods. The vegetable is often overlooked but it is a delicious side dish that children love too. Cooking time is cut in half and a little maple syrup is also added.

    Overhead view of cooked cubed butternut squash in a white bowl.

    When prepared in the airfryer, butternut squash has a deep rich flavor as if it were roasted. There are slightly crispy edges with a tender inside.

    I think a lot of people look at butternut squash and are a little intimidated. Maybe only because it's so large and they don't know what in the heck to do with it.

    Have no fear! There are a very few simple steps to take until you can be enjoying a new vegetable or at least a newly prepared vegetable recipe.

    Jump to:
    • 💭 How to choose a butternut squash
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 How to cut butternut squash
    • 🔪 How to cook butternut squash
    • 💭 FAQ's
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🍲 Air Fryer Recipes
    • 📋 Recipe
    Closeup cropped bowl of air fried butternut squash with rosemary.

    💭 How to choose a butternut squash

    • For this recipe, you'll want to choose a smaller size since you only need four cups. Or just double the recipe.
    • Look for squash that is even in color and skin that does not have any bruises, wrinkles, or scratches.
    • It should feel hard and heavy for its size and the stem should be solid and hard.

    You see? It's pretty hard to find a bad winter squash because they keep a really long time.

    Six ingredients for air fryer butternut squash with air fryer in the back.

    🧾 Ingredients

    • There are only 6 of them including the salt and pepper.
    • Butternut squash is big, delicious, and hardy.
    • Extra virgin olive oil for a wonderful taste after air fried.
    • Use maple syrup sparingly for just a touch of healthy sweetness.
    • Salt and pepper for the perfect seasonings.
    • Fresh rosemary embeds a lovely aroma.
    Butternut squash being cut into thick slices and then cubed.

    🔪 How to cut butternut squash

    • There are many ways to cut it but I prefer to slice it in half lengthwise first. This makes for a sturdier base when you start to cube.
    • Take a big sturdy spoon and start to scrape out the seeds in the center. It is a round shape.
    • Don't peel yet. Now lay a squash half down on its flat surface. Slice across about every inch, at the most. You want small cubes.
    • You can now cut away the hard skin side in a much safer way. See the photo above to see what I mean.
    • Cut away the skin and then cut into small cubes.
    Clear bowl full of cubed veggies tossed with oil and maple syrup.

    🔪 How to cook butternut squash

    • Air fryer butternut squash is fast and is easy to clean up after.
    • In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients and stir until well combined.
    • Prepare the air fryer for cooking by coating the basket with non-stick cooking spray.
    • Spread the prepared cubes in a single layer in the air frying basket.
    • Cook at 325 degrees for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking.
    • It is that simple and you won't believe how good it tastes.
    Looking down into an air fryer basket with the vegetable spread out evenly.

    💭 FAQ's

    What does butternut squash taste like?

    It tastes a little bit like sweet potatoes. It's moist and sweet.

    What's winter squash?

    Butternut squash is winter squash. There are about 10 different varieties including acorn and turban. They are harvested in the autumn, are hard, and keep a very long time.

    How does it grow?

    They can be grown easily from seed and will germinate in warm soil. A long hot summer is needed and they get harvested as soon as the weather turns colder.

    Can it be frozen?

    Yes, it can be frozen cooked or not. Spread out the cubes on a baking sheet and freeze. After they are frozen you can bag them in a freezable bag.

    A forkful of butternut squash is help close to the camera lens.

    Enjoy this recipe fresh. You can also enjoy leftovers for up to 4 days if stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

    To reheat, use the microwave or heat in a pan on the stovetop.

    📖 Variations

    • I love the combination of the maple and rosemary, but if you are looking for a different flavor, you can try these options below:
    • Also, you can use any of these variations for air fryer butternut squash.
    • Simple Salt and Pepper.
    • Spicy- add cayenne and paprika.
    • Brown sugar and cinnamon are classic.
    • Garlic Herb
    • Pumpkin Spice and here is a homemade recipe for Pumpkin Pie Spice To make these variations, simply add different seasonings before placing the squash in the air fryer.
    Side view of a cropped bowl of cooked vegetables with rosemary.

    🍲 Air Fryer Recipes

    • There's an Air Fryer Spicy Cauliflower Stir Fry that you shouldn't miss. Its flavors are spicy Asian!
    • Everybody likes Cauliflower Buffalo Wings and these are so good and made in the air fryer.
    • Zucchini Chips anyone?' Cook them in an air fryer with this easy recipe.

    📋 Recipe

    Overhead view of cooked cubed butternut squash in a white bowl.

    Air Fryer Butternut Squash

    Ginny McMeans
    Air Fryer Butternut Squash is a healthy and delicious alternative to other cooking methods.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine Vegan
    Servings 4 Servings
    Calories 94 kcal

    Equipment

    • Ayr Fryer

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 cups Butternut squash - peeled and cut into ½ inch cubes
    • 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • sprigs fresh rosemary

    Instructions
     

    • In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients and stir until well combined.
    • Prepare the air fryer for cooking by coating the basket with non-stick cooking spray.
    • Spread the prepared butternut squash cubes in a single layer in the air frying basket.
    • Cook at 325 degrees for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking.

    Notes

    This recipe is delicious as leftovers and it will keep for up to 4 days if stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
    To reheat, use the microwave or heat in a pan on the stovetop. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1ServingCalories: 94kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 297mgPotassium: 493mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 14882IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Hadassah Gold

      September 12, 2020 at 12:57 pm

      This recipe looks wonderful and perfect for Rosh HaShanah!!! Can't wait to make it.

    2. John

      September 13, 2020 at 3:46 pm

      5 stars
      Very simple instructions for a delicious side dish. The squash really shined through the light maple coating. Thank you for the nice recipe.

    3. LisaRose

      September 16, 2020 at 7:35 pm

      5 stars
      It’s cute that you think it will last four days in my fridge! 🤣 I’m eating the squash as I type. It’s scrumptious. Unbelievably tender on the inside with a just right outside. Butternut squash heaven. So glad I pulled out the air fryer for this recipe. Thanks!

    4. Ginny McMeans

      September 16, 2020 at 9:21 pm

      Ha! Wish I was there with you LisaRose!

    5. Suee33

      October 21, 2020 at 5:59 pm

      5 stars
      WOW, Made these tonight in my air fryer for my husband and myself. This recipe is a keeper, it is so easy and truly delicious, I can wait to serve them to the rest of the family!!
      Thank you We will be making these for ever!!

    6. Ginny McMeans

      October 21, 2020 at 7:04 pm

      That makes me so happy Suee33!

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