Air Fryer Acorn Squash

Make the BEST fall side dish with this Air Fryer Acorn Squash with hints of maple too! This simple side dish is sweet and savory, pairing well with Smoked Meats or Air Fried Meat.

If you’re on the hunt for a delicious, healthy, and hassle-free side dish, look no further than air fryer acorn squash. It is full of flavor with a mixture of maple syrup, brown sugar, and butter. Then, it’s air fried until it becomes fork tender and full of flavor.

When prepared in the Air Fryer this vegetable turns into a caramelized, sweet treat that will simply melt in your mouth!

This recipe is adapted from my oven-roasted acorn squash recipe.

Why should you make Air Fryer Acorn Squash?

• Time – This recipe takes half the time that it would take in the oven, it’s easier to make if you only need 2 servings because acorn squash is best served freshly roasted.

• Better for you option – If you are craving something sweet with no oil, this is a great less oil option. It can even be made with a low-sugar alternative like Splenda Brown Sugar to cut back on some of the sugar.

• Caramelized – When made in the air fryer, the outside flesh of the acorn squash will be crispy while the inside will have lots of natural sweetness and be soft and easy to eat with a fork.

How do you cut acorn squash?

There is no need to peel the acorn squash, simply cut it right in half from the stem to the bottom. A very sharp knife will be needed to cut through the hard exterior skin of acorn squash.

Once it’s cut, use a spoon to scoop out all the seeds in the center of the squash halves.

How do you air fry acorn squash?

Once the squash is cut, place the acorn squash slices directly into the air fryer basket. The squash needs to be cut sides up.

Once it’s in the air fryer, the center of the squash will be filled with butter, a sprinkle of brown sugar, and maple syrup. They can also be garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

This will give it a wonderful caramelized exterior with a hint of sweet maple flavor.

Once it’s all done, you can easily eat it with a fork and scoop out that delicious goodness.

This recipe is naturally gluten-free and makes for a simple side dish topped with a drizzle of maple syrup.

If you enjoy this recipe you will love these Air Fried Sweet Potatoes too!

Serving Suggestions:

This Air Fryer Acorn Squash Recipe can be tweaked to fit your taste. For instance, a drizzle of maple syrup can be added alongside pecans or walnuts.

How do you store leftover acorn squash slices?

Once cooled, the leftover acorn squash can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

When ready to reheat, place in an air fryer-safe dish or the basket of the air fryer and heat at 320 degrees F for 2-3 minutes.

Remember that acorn squash is best served fresh.

More Air Fryer Squash Recipes:

Air Fryer Butternut Squash

Air Fryer Spaghetti Squash

Air Fried Squash

Get ready for the BEST simple side dish made right in the Air Fryer!