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Acorn Squash in the crockpot
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How to make an acorn squash in your crockpot

Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword acorn squash
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Servings 4
Author Two Pink Peonies

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Ingredients

  • 1 whole acorn squash stem removed and slice in half
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  • Begin by spraying your slow cooker with non-stick spray.
  • Remove the stem and then slice your acorn squash in half and remove the seeds in the middle.
  • Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, and two tablespoons of maple syrup and two tablespoons of brown sugar to the squash.
  • Add the 1/4 cup of water to the bottom of your slow cooker to prevent any syrup or sugar from burning.
  • Cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or until the squash is no longer firm.