How to Use Pureed Acorn Squash As a Substitute

Acorn squash is an easy substitution item.

Acorn squash is a crowd-pleasing winter squash because of its sweet color and flavor. Although the shell cannot be eaten raw, steaming and pureeing it creates a food with an even texture and a mild enough flavor to be used in any number of recipes. Acorn squash puree is a suitable substitute in cooked and baked foods because it readily assumes the flavor of any spices used in the dish -- especially cinnamon and brown sugar. Experiment with using pureed acorn squash as a substitute for any number of wet ingredients.

Things You'll Need

• Pureed acorn squash

Instructions

1. Use pureed acorn squash in any recipe where any other squash is used. This can include recipes calling for zucchini or pumpkin.

2. Substitute pureed acorn squash for canned pumpkin in a pumpkin pie recipe. Purchase and use pumpkin pie spice mix to give the acorn squash the same taste.

3. Replace the pumpkin in a pumpkin loaf recipe with the pureed acorn squash.

4. Use pureed acorn squash instead of pureed apples in applesauce. Use nutmeg, cinnamon and other spices to replicate the applesauce flavor.

References

• Just a Pinch: Butternut Squash Perfect Pumpkin Substitute in a Pinch
• Food Subs: Winter Squash