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Easy Baked Butternut Squash Fries Recipe

plate of butternut squash fries with a small bowl of ketchup on it.
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Easy baked butternut squash fries are a delicious and nutritious alternative to french fries. The shape and texture are ideal for baby led weaning, but they're also great for toddlers and kids of all ages! Includes oven and air fryer instructions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb butternut squash, or 1 small squash
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil or other neutral oil
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment or a silicone baking mat.
  2. With a sharp knife, peel butternut squash and cut into 1/2 inch thick sticks. (See post above for detailed instructions on peeling and cutting butternut squash.)
  3. In a large bowl, toss butternut squash sticks with oil, garlic powder, paprika, and salt, if using, until evenly coated. Spread onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, leaving a little space between each stick.
  4. Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping fries halfway through, until soft and caramelized on the edges.
  5. Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end for crispier fries.

Air Fryer Instructions

  1. Decrease the oil to 2 teaspoons. Follow the same steps above, but instead of spreading on a baking sheet, spread the fries evenly in the basket of your air fryer. You'll probably need to do 2-3 batches.
  2. Air fry 1/2-inch thick fries at 380°F for 25-30 minutes, giving the basket a shake every 5-10 minutes.
  3. For 1/4-inch thick fries, reduce the cooking time to 15-20 minutes.

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Notes

  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Try to cut the butternut squash into as uniform pieces as possible so that they cook evenly. If they are all different thickness, some will burn while others don't cook enough.
  • Make sure to leave a little space between each fry on the baking sheet so that they roast and get nice caramelized edges. If they're too crowded, they'll steam and be mushy.
  • You can mix up the spices however you'd like. I love rosemary and parmesan, or try cinnamon and nutmeg for a more sweet-leaning fry.

Find it online: https://babyledbliss.com/butternut-squash-fries/