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Crispy Butternut Squash Bites: 2 Secret Tips

Crispy Butternut Squash Bites
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Learn how to make incredibly crispy butternut squash bites, perfect as a healthy snack or appetizer. This recipe focuses on achieving maximum crispiness in the oven or air fryer, with optional variations like spicy or garlic herb flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: pinch of cayenne pepper for spicy bites
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese for Parmesan butternut squash bites
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon dried herbs (rosemary, thyme) for garlic herb bites

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or your air fryer to 380°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the butternut squash cubes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Ensure each piece is evenly coated for crispy butternut squash bites.
  3. If making spicy crispy butternut squash bites, add a pinch of cayenne pepper. For garlic herb bites, add dried herbs. For Parmesan butternut squash bites, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  4. Arrange the seasoned butternut squash cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet for oven baking or in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the pan or basket to ensure the butternut squash cubes get crispy.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes in the oven, flipping halfway through, or air fry for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway, until the butternut squash bites are tender inside and crispy outside.
  6. Serve your crispy butternut squash bites immediately as a healthy snack or appetizer.

Notes

  • For extra crispy butternut squash bites, ensure the squash is dry before tossing with oil.
  • Do not overcrowd the baking sheet or air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary.
  • Adjust seasonings to your preference for sweet and savory butternut squash bites.
  • These crispy squash appetizers are versatile; try different spice blends.
  • For chewier vs crispy butternut squash, adjust cooking time.

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