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How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds

Published: Dated: August 11, 2015 Modified: Last Modified: November 10, 2023 Christine Galvani 8 Comments This post may contain affiliate links ·

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Roasted pumpkin seeds make the best crunchy, salty healthy snack!  

This tutorial for how to make roasted pumpkin seeds will take you through the step by step process of making these delicious pepitas!

Also, tips and tricks on selecting the right pumpkin!  Or you can buy raw pumpkin seeds and start there!

Cinnamon Roasted Pumpkin Seeds - 24 Carrot KitchenHow to roast pumpkin seeds:

  1. Gather and measure the ingredients.  For this recipe, we're starting with clean, raw pumpkin seeds.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. Mix the pumpkin seeds with the other ingredients in a mixing bowl.  Choose basic roasted pumpkin seeds or one of the flavor combinations.
  5. Spread the pumpkin seeds on the baking sheet.
  6. Roast the pumpkin seeds for about 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through.

How to clean pumpkin seeds:

  1. If using a fresh pumpkin, cut the top off the pumpkin or slice the whole pumpkin in half.
  2. Scoop the pumpkin seeds out of the pumpkin and try to get as much of the pumpkin flesh off the seeds.
  3. Place the seeds in warm water.
  4. Try to separate the seeds from the pumpkin matter.
  5. Dry the seeds with a paper towel or dish towel before roasting.

Do I need to wash the pumpkin seeds before roasting them?

  • No, if you buy storebought raw pumpkin seeds, you can proceed to the recipe and roast them.

Storing roasted pumpkin seeds:

  • Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

How to eat pumpkin seeds:

Enjoy pumpkin seeds:

  • As a garnish on salads
  • As a snack
  • On chia pudding or any pudding
  • On yogurt
  • In a granola recipe

Honey roasted pumpkin seeds:

  • To the basic roasted pumpkin seeds recipe, add 3 Tablespoons honey, stir well, and roast as per the recipe directions.

Spicy roasted pumpkin seeds:

  • To the basic roasted pumpkin seeds recipe, add 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, stir to combine, and roast per the recipe directions.

Cinnamon sugar pumpkin seeds:

  • To the basic roasted pumpkin seeds recipe, add one teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 tablespoon of sugar (coconut sugar or sugar of choice), and roast as per the recipe directions.

Pumpkin Recipes:

  • Healthy Pumpkin Pie
  • Paleo Pumpkin Recipes
  • Pumpkin Ice Cream
  • Pumpkin Waffles
  • Pumpkin Bars

Other recipes you might like to try:

  • Honey Roasted Cashews
  • Maple Pecans
  • Vegan Granola
  • Oven Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges

 

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Cinnamon Roasted Pumpkin Seeds - 24 Carrot Kitchen
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How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
40 mins
Total Time
50 mins
 
An easy, tasty snack using raw pumpkin seeds.
Course: gluten-free, holidays, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Snack
Servings: 14 1/2 cup
Calories: 58 kcal
Author: Christine Galvani
Ingredients
  • Peheat oven to 300 degrees F.
  • 1 1/2 cups raw pumpkins seeds
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil (Or substitute olive oil or oil of choice).
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
  1. Gather and measure the ingredients.

  2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  4. n a medium-sized bowl, place pumpkins seeds, coconut oil and salt in a mixing bowl. Toss together until well blended.

  5. Spread pumpkin seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet.

  6. Bake in the oven until pumpkin seeds are lightly toasted, about 15-20 minutes, stirring half way through.

  7. Remove pumpkin seeds from oven and place in a medium-sized bowl.

  8. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds!
Amount Per Serving
Calories 58 Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat 5g8%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Sodium 43mg2%
Potassium 55mg2%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin C 0.2mg0%
Calcium 5mg1%
Iron 0.6mg3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

 

 

 

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Comments

  1. mp says

    March 03, 2017 at 7:10 pm

    5 stars
    A nice alternative to bland or too salty pumpkin seeds!

    Reply
    • Christine says

      March 04, 2017 at 1:46 pm

      Thanks! And they are so easy to make!

      Reply
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