Pumpkin Seeds Recipe (2024)

Ever wonder how to bake pumpkin seeds? I’m sharing my tried and true Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Recipe complete with step-by-step photos, tips, tricks, and my go-to seasoning combos!

I’ve grown to love pumpkin seeds over the years. Something about the whole process, the flavor combos, and the crunch that has me indulging once a year. My Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Recipe has been my go-to method for years, and I hope it will be your go-to recipe, too.

Ingredients

• Pumpkin Seeds – These come directly out of the inside of a pumpkin.
• Olive Oil – You need an oil to toss the seeds with in order to roast them in the oven. You can do a neutral oil too like Grapeseed if you wish.
• Salt – Most recipes you’ll want to use salt. Even if you plan to season with other ingredients salt is always good.

Directions

• Rinse the pumpkin seeds very well making sure that all the pulp and pumpkin parts have been removed.
• In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Place pumpkin seeds in the boiling water with one tablespoon of salt. Boil for 10 minutes. Strain and pat dry.
• Strain and pat dry letting the pumpkin seeds dry out for at least an hour or up to 24 hours.

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Spread the pumpkin seeds on a baking sheet and drizzle with one tablespoon olive oil. Mix well and bake for 20 minutes. Make sure you mix half way through.
• Remove the seeds from the oven and toss in desired seasoning. Enjoy. Seal in a container for up to 1 week.

FAQs

Tips & Tricks

Here are a few of my favorite tips and tricks I’ve found helpful when making this recipe.

• Drying Out – The number one most important part to roasting pumpkin seeds is making sure the seeds are very dry. I like to let them sit out for 1-3 hours or even over night before roasting them. This ensures you will have a crisp seed.
• Seasonings – The sky is the limit with roasted pumpkin seed seasonings. Here are a few of my favorites.
  • Sweet Roasted Pumpkin Seeds – After cooking toss with brown sugar, a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg for a sweet yet crunchy snack.
  • Pumpkin Spice Pumpkin Seeds – Toss with Pumpkin Pie Seasoning and olive oil right before baking. If you prefer them a little sweet sprinkle with a little brown sugar as they come out of the oven.
  • Spicy Roasted Pumpkin Seeds – Before you bake the seeds sprinkle with a little cayenne pepper for extra heat.
  • Salty Roasted Pumpkin Seeds – Sprinkle a little Everything Bagel seasoning on the Pumpkin seeds right after you pull them from the oven. Mix well and enjoy!
  • Taco Roasted Pumpkin Seeds – Toss with olive oil, salt, and homemade taco seasoning before roasting.
  • Cajun Roasted Pumpkin Seeds – Toss with olive oil and Homemade Cajun seasoning before roasting.
• Toppings – If I’m not snacking on the pumpkin seeds on their own I love to use them as a topping in a salad. You could add a handful to my Harvest Quinoa Salad with Pumpkin Yogurt Dressing.
• Storage – Seal in a container for up to one week.

Snack Recipes

Still hungry? Want a few more snack recipes? Here are a few of my favorites.

• Kid Friendly Snack Mix
• Easy Candied Walnuts
• Pumpkin Spice Popcorn
• Dark Chocolate Bark with Pistachios and Cranberries

Looking for cool pumpkin carving tips? Head on over to my DIY blog to learn more!

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