How To Cook Sweet Dumpling Squash (Oven or Air Fryer Methods)
Sweet Dumpling Squash is a delicious winter squash that can be roasted in either the air fryer or oven, turned into a puree, or used in virtually any recipe that calls for winter squashes like pumpkin, butternut, and acorn. In this recipe, the squash is sliced and glazed with a maple syrup and cinnamon sauce.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time8 minutes mins
Total Time13 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Fat, Low Lactose
Keyword: sweet dumpling squash recipes, Thanksgiving side dish recipes
Servings: 2
Calories: 191kcal
Author: Kristina Tipps
- 1 sweet dumpling squash approximately 1 pound, sliced into ¼ inch thick slices
Optional Seasoning
- 2 tablespoon melted butter
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
Preheat the oven to 425°F or the air fryer to 400°F. Line the pan with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, maple syrup, cinnamon and nutmeg. Place the squash slices on the pan and brush with the sauce. (see notes on cooking a whole sweet dumpling squash)
Place in the preheated air fryer or oven. Cook for 8 minutes in the air fryer or 20 minutes in the oven, until the squash begins to carmelize.
Serve warm, sprinkled with brown sugar and extra cinnamon if desired.
To cook whole, wash and dry the squash. Then air fry for 15-20 minutes or oven bake for 30-40 minutes, until a fork pierces the flesh easily. Once cooked, slice in half and remove the seeds. Brush with the maple syrup sauce, stuff, use in other recipes or make a homemade puree.
Serving: 8oz | Calories: 191kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 106mg | Potassium: 398mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 1705IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 1mg