Instant Pot Sweet Acorn Squash

Acorn Squash Side Dish

Instant Pot Sweet Acorn Squash

Instant Pot Sweet Acorn Squash
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    2 People
  • VIEWS
    67

Transform humble acorn squash into a delectable side dish with this lightning-fast Instant Pot recipe. Infused with warm spices, sweet maple, and rich butter, this dish is ready in under 30 minutes!

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    50 g
  • Cholesterol
    15 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    2 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    53 mg
  • Sugar
    30 g
  • Fat
    6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Evenly distribute the brown sugar, maple syrup, butter, and cinnamon between the two acorn squash halves. (2 minutes)

02

Step

Pour 1 cup of water into the Instant Pot. Place a trivet inside the pot. Carefully arrange the squash halves on the trivet, cut-side up. (3 minutes)

03

Step

Secure the Instant Pot lid, ensuring the valve is set to 'Sealing'. Select 'High Pressure' and set the timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10-15 minutes for the pressure to build. (15 minutes)

04

Step

Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes. Then, manually release any remaining pressure. Carefully remove the squash halves from the Instant Pot. (12 minutes)

05

Step

Serve immediately. The squash should be tender and easily pierced with a fork.

For a deeper flavor, try browning the butter before adding it to the squash.
A pinch of nutmeg or ginger can add extra warmth to the spice profile.
If you prefer a smoother texture, mash the cooked squash with a fork before serving.
Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more or less maple syrup.

Antone Russel

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 22 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)

  • Carlotta Hammes

    Jun 1, 2025

    I added a sprinkle of pecans after cooking. It was delicious!

  • Billy Stoltenberg

    Apr 30, 2025

    This was so easy and fast! The squash was perfectly cooked and the flavor was amazing.

  • Jan Runte

    Apr 3, 2025

    I've never been a fan of acorn squash, but this recipe changed my mind! The Instant Pot makes it so simple.

  • Judd Dubuque

    Dec 1, 2024

    My kids loved this! They devoured it. A new family favorite.

  • Bart Kiehn

    Nov 1, 2024

    Natural release is important. I tried to do quick release immediately after cooking and the squash was undercooked.

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