Air Fryer Butternut Squash

Air fryer butternut squash is tender on the inside, just a bit crispy on the edges, and ridiculously easy to make. Perfect weeknight side!

📝 Ingredients

• 1 medium butternut squash (cut into 1-inch cubes (about 4 cups))
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt (plus additional to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Toss: Place the squash in a large bowl and toss with the oil, salt, cinnamon, and pepper. Keep the bowl handy, no need to wipe it out.
2. 2Cook: Place the squash in an air fryer basket. Air fry at 375°F until the squash is fork tender and lightly browned in places, about 22 to 25 minutes. Starting at the 10-minute mark, remove the basket and toss the squash, then toss a few more times at it nears the end of the cook time. Note that if your air fryer basket is small, you may need to extend the cooking time.
3. 3Season: Transfer the squash back to the bowl you used to toss it with the oil and spices. Toss with the maple syrup, rosemary, and a pinch of additional salt to taste. Enjoy warm.