Baked Pumpkin Seeds
Baked pumpkin seeds are a crunchy, nutritious snack perfect for fall festivities. These golden nuggets are easy to make, customizable with your favorite seasonings, and ideal for sharing with loved ones at gatherings or while enjoying a spooky movie night. With their delightful crunch and nutty flavor, these roasted seeds transform pumpkin leftovers into a satisfying treat that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh pumpkin seeds (from 1 medium pumpkin)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt
- 1 tsp your favorite spices (e.g., paprika, garlic powder)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Rinse the fresh pumpkin seeds under cold water to remove any pulp and let them dry on a towel.
- In a bowl, toss the dried seeds with olive oil, sea salt, and your choice of spices until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned seeds in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through until golden brown and crispy.
- Cool completely before serving in a festive bowl.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 126
- Sugar: 0.4g
- Sodium: 116mg
- Fat: 5.4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg