6 Ways to Use Spaghetti Squash in Desserts

Whether it’s your diet-obsessed aunt or that annoying friend who does Crossfit, there’s no denying you’ve heard about the wonders of spaghetti squash. And while you’ll never convince us it tastes anything like pasta (seriously, it doesn’t), we don’t hate the stringy gourd as a healthier alternative to wheat flour or semolina.

As fall begins to change the leaves and the preferences of our palates, we’ve found a more interesting way to incorporate spaghetti squash into our diets: dessert. From muffins and pie to cakes and international specialties, there’s a way to highlight the squash’s earthy fall flavors beyond tomato sauce and cheese. Scroll down to check them out!

Muffins

Crossfit SL

Do you know the muffin man? If you do, he probably doesn’t have a batch of these heart-healthy delights made with almond meal, apples, and a very ripe banana. You should share the recipe. Get it here.

Kheer

My Heart Beets

You don’t have to travel to India for this ghee-based dessert where cardamom is the star. Top it with slivered almonds and golden raisins for a morning treat that puts oatmeal to shame. Get the recipe.

Kugel

Cara’s Cravings

Say shalom to this sweet version of a Jewish classic. It will be your new favorite post-fast Yom Kippur tradition. (That and challah, of course. We’re not sure anything can take the place of fluffy bread). Get the recipe.

Pie

Food for a Hungry Soul

Thanks to the presence of coconut, this will certainly be the most polarizing option on this list. But if you can stomach the tropical fruit, spaghetti squash will make an excellent texture and flavor addition. In fact, you may crave the squash more than the coconut itself. Who’d a thunk? Get the recipe.

Cinnamon Roasted 

Mindy’s Cooking Obsession

We already know roasted spaghetti squash with cinnamon tastes delicious, so why not kick things up a notch with the addition of chopped apples and brown sugar? This is like the Turducken of seasonal dessert flavors. You get all of your favorites in one, because #Merica. Get the recipe.

Cake

PCC Markets

Sugar, spice, and everything nice. And by nice we mean spaghetti squash baked and topped with a drool-worthy cream cheese frosting. We’re getting major carrot cake vibes with this one, but with half the effort. Eat your heart out, Bugs Bunny. Get the recipe.

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Shrimp and Artichoke Pasta

A friend of mine introduced me to this Shrimp and Artichoke Pasta recipe years ago and it has become one of my favorite dishes to make for a midweek meal.

Even though it looks like there’s a lot going on—shrimp, artichokes, peas, pesto, pasta—the whole dish can be made in the time it takes to cook the pasta! 

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You Can Now Scare Your Friends With a Clown Doughnut Delivery

We’re not even sure the prospect of eating doughnuts makes this It-inspired delivery worth it. (Thanks a lot, Stephen King. You’ve not only managed to haunt our dreams, but also our appetites.)

Hurts Donut in Texas has come up with the brilliant terrifying idea of sending a scary, jagged-toothed clown to hand-deliver doughnuts to unsuspecting friends, co-workers, family members, and soon-to-be enemies. And it’s either the best or worst thing we’ve heard about as a welcome to October.

“We always try to keep up with the trends, and clowns are trending right now,” Hurts owner Kas Clegg revealed to GuideLive. “It’s fall, and it’s getting close to Halloween, so we just wanted to spice it up a little bit and do a super fun delivery.”

The stunt will set you back an additional $10, but can you really put a price on scaring the crap out of someone you love (or secretly hate)? No, no you can’t. And while they will only be making clown-themed deliveries through their Frisco, Texas location, there is talk on social media about them expanding to different markets. According to a post on Facebook, the store claims “if we have enough interest in surrounding communities…we may pick a day for out of town clown deliveries as well!”

Honestly, despite our semi-irrational fear of clowns, we’d probably be lured into any sewer for a baker’s dozen of these sweet confections. It’s just a human in makeup and bright colors, right? Right. They’d just have to bring one of those seasonal pumpkin spice, cream cheese, and caramel varieties that Hurts has been promoting, because #yum.

With that said, we also hope Krispy Kreme and Dunkin’ Donuts don’t start getting any ideas, because frankly, we’d like to enjoy our high-calorie indulgences without a side of nightmares, thank you very much.

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Fresh Food Packaging Market to Reach $105.3 Billion by 2022

As per a recent report from IndustryARC, the global Fresh food packaging market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 3.82% to reach revenue of $105.3 billion by 2022.

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Columbus Craft Meats Introduces Snack Lines

Snacking is a huge trend in the US, and meat snacks are growing times fast as consumers look for high-protein alternatives.

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Nature’s Path Expands Love Crunch Granola

RayZyns are vegan, non-GMO, all natural, Kosher, have no artificial flavors, preservatives, and are naturally sweet with a healthy crunch.

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Steviva Ingredients Becomes Icon Foods

Steviva Ingredients is ushering in a new name and image that allows the company to expand past sweeteners and into other natural food ingredients.

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NestFresh Hard Cooked Eggs

The newest additions to NestFresh’s complete line of products were designed to cater to consumers looking for a healthful way to enjoy the eggs they love from NestFresh with added convenience, for protein-packed snacking options or meal solutions.

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