Gluten-Free Butternut Squash Blondie

Nourishing Indulgence

Because sometimes, you just want something sweet and decadent while still keeping it healthy-ish.

I created this recipe for self-serving reasons. I was craving something chocolaty and gooey, but I wanted to keep it vegetarian, dairy-free, and gluten-free. The result? A rich, fudgy gluten-free butternut squash blondie made with whole-food ingredients that satisfies both body and soul.

This is what I like to call a nourishing indulgence, a dessert that supports your wellness goals without sacrificing pleasure. It’s not about restriction. It’s about feeling good before, during, and after that first (and maybe second) bite.

Honestly, it was so tasty that my husband and I ate most of it before I had a chance to finish taking photos of it.

A Healthier Take on a Classic Treat

Roasted butternut squash might seem like an unusual base for blondies, but it’s a quiet powerhouse. It adds moisture and subtle sweetness, allowing us to reduce added sugars while boosting fiber and vitamin A.

Almond flour and almond butter bring richness and structure, with healthy fats that help keep your blood sugar steady. Dark chocolate chips make it feel like a true treat, gooey, melty, and deeply satisfying.

These squash blondies are gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free, yet they’re still rich, comforting, and packed with flavor. They’re sweetened naturally with maple syrup, warmly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, and made entirely in one bowl.

I baked mine in a tart pan and cut it into slices, but you can use an 8 x 8-inch square pan and cut them into bars. Either way, it’s a deeply comforting dessert you’ll want to make again and again.

Why This Recipe Nourishes

• Butternut squash adds fiber, antioxidants, and natural sweetness, along with a boost of vitamin A for skin, vision, and immune health.
• Almond butter and almond flour provide healthy fats, protein, and vitamin E to support brain and heart function.
• Maple syrup offers a touch of natural sweetness along with trace minerals like manganese and zinc.
• Eggs contribute protein and brain-boosting nutrients like choline or omega-3s.
• Dark chocolate delivers antioxidants and mood-lifting flavonoids.
• Cinnamon and nutmeg add warmth and may help balance blood sugar and reduce inflammation.

With 6 grams of protein, 3 grams of fiber, and 1592IU of vitamin A per slice, it’s indulgent enough to feel like dessert, but balanced enough to nourish you, too.