Butternut Squash
VegetarianRoasted butternut squash cubes add a velvety, naturally sweet autumn richness.
Butternut squash embodies fall on a pizza, with its deep orange flesh roasting into caramelized, buttery cubes of natural sweetness. Pre-roasted until tender, it adds a velvety, slightly nutty flavor that makes it a perfect seasonal canvas for sage, brown butter, and sharp Italian cheeses.
Flavor Profile
Season: fall
Best Sauces
Pairs Well With
Pizzas with Butternut Squash
Gochujang Chorizo Sweet Potato
Gochujang Cream Sauce
“Smoky chorizo and sweet squash find unexpected harmony on gochujang cream.”
Brown Butter Butternut
Brown Butter-Sage Sauce
“Roasted butternut squash and fried sage float on nutty brown butter perfection.”
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you prepare butternut squash for pizza?
Peel and dice butternut squash into small cubes, toss with olive oil and salt, and roast at 425 degrees until caramelized and tender, about 25 minutes. The pre-roasting ensures a creamy, sweet result on pizza.
What season is best for butternut squash pizza?
Butternut squash is at its peak in fall and early winter. A butternut squash pizza with sage, brown butter, and gorgonzola is the quintessential autumn pizza combination.