Roasted Dumpling Squash Crumble

Roasted Dumpling Squash Crumble

Roasting winter squashes such as dumpling really enhances their naturally sweet flavor. With just a touch of maple syrup and cinnamon and topped with a crunchy nutty crumble, you’ve got a whole lot of “Thanksgiving” going on in this easy-to-make dish.
Servings: 4
Author: Linda Shapiro, © Meal Planning Maven

Ingredients

  • Olive oil spray
  • 2 medium dumpling squashes about 1 pound each
  • 4 teaspoons coconut oil
  • 4 teaspoons pure maple syrup
  • Cinnamon
  • About 1 cup Nutty Crunchy Crumble

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with sides with olive oil spray. Prick each whole squash all over with a fork.
  • Place on baking sheet; roast for 20 minutes. Remove from oven; cut each squash in half horizontally. With a kitchen scissors, snip out seeds and “strings.” Finish cleaning out squash with a spoon.
  • Prick flesh all over with a fork. Lightly brush each half with coconut oil and maple syrup; sprinkle with cinnamon.
  • Roast for 15 to 20 minutes longer or until squash is very soft when pricked with a fork. Top each with about 1/4 cup Nutty Crunchy Crumble. If desired, return to oven for 5 minutes to warm.

Notes

Make Ahead and Storage Tips: squash can be roasted up to 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate, Reheat squash covered at 325 degrees F for about 10 minutes or until warmed through. Freezing is not recommended.
If dumpling squash is not available, any winter squash such as butternuts, acorn, delicata and pumpkin would be equally scrumptious.
No time to make Nutty Crunchy Crumble? Topping the squash with granola is perfectly fine.

 

16 Responses

  1. Sounds so very yummy! Love the idea of the crumble, too!
    • Linda Shapiro (Meal Planning Maven)
      Thanks so much Patricia! Nutty Crunchy Crumble is a staple in our house and is delicious in all kinds of dishes. Plus it also makes a yummy snack!
  2. I had some of these dumpling squash this year, they ended up in a soup but were really good. This recipe looks fantastic!
    • Linda Shapiro (Meal Planning Maven)
      Thanks so much Tara! I hope you have the chance to try this dish sometime. You can also use any kind of winter squash you have available.
  3. These are so cute, I have a couple I need to use. Thanks for the inspiration. Pinned, SU'd, YUM'd, Heart'd.
    • Linda Shapiro (Meal Planning Maven)
      Thanks for all the foodie love Kc! you are so kind!
  4. Great Holiday Side Dish recipe Linda.
    • Linda Shapiro (Meal Planning Maven)
      Thanks so much Patty! This dish is as much to make as it is to eat!
  5. This dumpling squash crumble looks absolutely delicious, Linda! Thank you for sharing another fantastic recipe
  6. Oh Linda, these look so tasty especially with the nutty crumble. I've never tried dumpling squash before.
  7. Linda, you've created another winner. Looks wonderful!
    • Linda Shapiro (Meal Planning Maven)
      Thank you so much Nancy!
  8. Serena Burns
    I love squash.. Such a pretty dish!
    • Linda Shapiro (Meal Planning Maven)
      Thank you Serena! I also love all kinds of squash and really enjoy coming up with new dishes that feature it.
  9. Oh Linda, this looks fabulous!
    • Linda Shapiro (Meal Planning Maven)
      Thanks bunches Christine! I'm so excited you stopped by to visit!