For a smoother butter, strain the pureed squash through a fine-mesh sieve before cooking. Adjust the spices to your preference. A pinch of cardamom or allspice would also be delicious. If you don't have apple juice concentrate, apple cider or unsweetened applesauce can be used as a substitute, but may affect the sweetness and cooking time. Make sure the squash butter is completely cool before freezing to prevent ice crystals from forming.
Acorn Squash Butter
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 40 mins
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs
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SERVING48 People
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VIEWS24
Transform humble acorn squash into a luscious, spiced butter that evokes the warm flavors of pumpkin pie. Perfect for slathering on toast, swirling into oatmeal, or gifting to friends, this versatile spread captures the essence of autumn.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate17 g
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Fiber1 g
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Protein0 g
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Sodium6 mg
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Sugar14 g
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Fat0 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
02
Step
1 hrs
Fill two 9x13-inch baking dishes with 1 inch of water each. Place three acorn squash halves cut-side-down into each baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven until the squash is very tender and the skin begins to separate from the meat, about 1 hour. Remove, discard the water, and set aside until cool enough to handle.
03
Step
5 mins
Scoop the acorn squash flesh from the skins and into a blender. Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. Puree until thick and smooth.
04
Step
45 mins
Scrape the squash puree into a heavy-bottomed pot, and stir in the brown sugar and apple juice concentrate. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until thickened, 40 to 45 minutes.
05
Step
5 mins
Cool completely before packing into freezer-safe containers. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 months or in the freezer for up to 6 months.
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America Mueller
Jun 22, 2025Freezes beautifully. I made a big batch and have been enjoying it all winter.
Jazmyne Lockman
Jun 21, 2025I added a bit of maple syrup for extra sweetness and it was a hit!
Tad Pagac
May 10, 2025This recipe is fantastic! My kids love it on their pancakes.
Nellie Torp
Apr 17, 2025Easy to follow and the result is so much better than I expected. Will definitely make again.