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Air Fryer Butternut Squash Halves
Enjoy tender, caramelized butternut squash cooked effortlessly in your air fryer with a sweet and savory glaze.
Ingredients
Main
- 1 piece butternut squash ((2 to 3 pounds))
- 1.5 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 1.5 tablespoons maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Cut the squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds.
- Brush 1 tablespoon olive oil on the flesh side.
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F. Cook squash cut side down for 20-23 minutes until tender.
- Flip squash, brush with glaze (maple syrup, salt, pepper, cinnamon, remaining olive oil). Increase temp to 400°F and cook for 7-9 minutes until caramelized.
Notes
Adjust seasoning to taste and serve warm.