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Crispy roasted pumpkin seeds with salt and paprika on white plate

Crispy Roasted Pumpkin Seeds: The Ultimate Guide to Perfectly Seasoned Seeds

Learn how to roast pumpkin seeds to perfection with our ultimate guide. Crispy, flavorful, and easy to make – you'll never throw out pumpkin seeds again! Roasted pumpkin seeds are a classic autumn treat that's perfect for snacking, gifting, or even adding to your favorite salads. This simple, foolproof recipe will guide you through the process of transforming your pumpkin seeds into a crispy, flavorful snack that everyone will love. Related queries include: Do you have to let pumpkin seeds dry before roasting? Is it good to eat roasted pumpkin seeds? What is the healthiest way to eat pumpkin seeds? Does roasting destroy nutrients in pumpkin seeds?
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups Pumpkin seeds Cleaned and dried
  • 2 tbsp Oil Any neutral-flavored oil, such as canola or avocado oil
  • 1 tsp Salt Plus more to taste
Seasonings
  • To taste See variations below

Equipment

  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula or Wooden Spoon
  • Oven Mitts

Method
 

Step 1: Preparing the Ingredients
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cleaned and dried pumpkin seeds, oil, salt, and desired seasonings. Toss until evenly coated.
Step 2: Roasting the Seeds
  1. Spread the seeds evenly on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  2. Roast for 20-30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until the seeds are golden brown and crispy.
Step 3: Seasoning
  1. Once done, remove the seeds from the oven and immediately sprinkle with additional salt or other seasonings to taste. Toss to coat evenly.

Notes

For extra crispy seeds, increase the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) for the last 5-10 minutes of cooking. For a sweet and spicy twist, toss the seeds with a mixture of melted butter, brown sugar, and cayenne pepper before roasting.