Cooking butternut squash in an air fryer brings out a rich roasted flavor and slight crispiness on the outside with a hint of caramelization that just can’t be beat. You'll find this air fryer butternut squash recipe is versatile. Serve it as a finger food or as a delicious side dish.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
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Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time 20 minutesminutes
Servings 4cups
Ingredients
4cupsbutternut squashsliced or cubed
2tablespoonshoney or pure maple syrupor brown sugar
1teaspoonground cinnamon
Pinchnutmeg
Olive oil spray
Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your air fryer to 390 degrees F. Spray air fryer basket with the olive oil, line it with foil and spray, or use a small baking pan sprayed with the oil.
In a medium bowl, toss the butternut squash with a little olive oil. Add the honey, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss again to thoroughly coat.
Arrange the butternut squash in the basket or pan.
Cook in the air fryer at 390 degrees F for 20 minutes. Check it after 10 minutes, and spray a little olive oil over the squash. You can add a little more cinnamon if you like. You should also test for doneness since all air fryers differ a little.