When it comes to side dishes that cook themselves, this Crockpot Acorn Squash is pure gold. It turns out tender, buttery, and with just the right amount of sweetness. It's a great combo when serving savory mains like roasted chicken, Shake n Bake pork chops, and delicious with your holiday turkey!
No matter if you're making this for a laid-back weeknight dinner or a big holiday feast, it's a great side dish!
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What makes this recipe irresistible
I love this slow cooker acorn squash because it adds a touch of elegance to any meal without me spending all day in the kitchen. Making it in the slow cooker is a total lifesaver when the oven's full. Simple, delicious, and stress free. I call that a win win.
Ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card below for the exact measurements for this recipe.
Crockpot Acorn Squash Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Crockpot
Ingredients
- 2 medium acorn squash
- 4 tablespoons butter melted
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup water for the bottom of the slow cooker
Instructions
- Wash the acorn squash well. Cut each squash in half from stem to tip and scoop out the seeds and stringy bits with a spoon.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Pour the water into the bottom of the crockpot. Place the squash halves in, cut side up. Depending on the size of your slow cooker, you may need to stack them slightly. Spoon the butter/sugar mixture evenly into each squash cavity.
- Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the squash is fork-tender.
- Spoon some of the buttery syrup from the centers over the squash before serving.
Notes
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ's)
Nope, leave the skin on! Once the squash is tender, the flesh scoops out easily.
You can keep it on the "warm" setting for up to 2 hours. That makes it a superstar for holiday dinners or potlucks!
Definitely! Just make sure your slow cooker is roomy enough. You may need to stack the squash halves slightly.
Deb's top tips
For the best texture, keep the squash pieces on the larger side and place them cut-side up so the steam can circulate without turning everything mushy.
Related recipes
If you're all about easy, flavorful side dishes, try my candied sweet potatoes, oven-baked carrots with mint, or roasted butternut squash and brussels sprouts. They're all simple, delicious, and bring that same sweet-savory magic to your table!
Serving suggestions
This simple side dish is a wonderful addition to your holiday spread and special enough for Sunday dinners. Pair it with steamed green beans, wild rice, or a crisp green salad for a colorful, well-rounded meal.
Wrapping it up
This slow cooker squash is one of those recipes that quietly does its thing and then steals the spotlight the moment you take a bite! It works just as well on an easy weeknight as it does when you've got a table full of hungry people and a dozen other dishes in motion. It's proof that simple ingredients can deliver a side dish that feels extra cozy without asking you to hover over the stove.
If you try it, swing back here and tell me what you paired it with. Maybe roasted chicken? Pork chops? A big spoon and zero judgment? 😋 I love hearing all the creative, delicious ways this recipe finds a spot in your meals.
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