Spicy Toasted Pumpkin Seeds Recipe
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These Spicy Toasted Pumpkin Seeds are crunchy and so tasty. These toasted pumpkin seeds are a quick and healthy snack too!
It’s fall, y’all! Yay! The leaves are changing and the air is crisp. Pumpkins are popping up around every corner around here. Pumpkin carving time is here! So if you’re getting ready to carve pumpkins, be sure to save those pumpkin seeds to make these Spicy T0asted Pumpkin Seeds.
These Spicy T0asted Pumpkin Seeds couldn’t be easier. Toss the seeds with a few seasonings, send it to the oven for a quick visit and you’ll have a tasty and healthy snack in no time. Yes, healthy! Did you know that pumpkin seeds, as well as other hard squash seeds and kernels, are a good source of Protein, Magnesium, Zinc, Vitamin E and Vitamin B-complex?
Scrape the innards out of the pumpkin (or squash), separate the seeds from the squishy, stringy stuff, then rinse and spread the seeds out on paper towels to dry. Once they are dry, toss them with you favorite seasoning combo. Then spread them evenly on a baking sheet and bake until toasted.
For this recipe, I used a spicy combo with a bit of olive oil. A sweet mix, like cinnamon, sugar, and butter would be pretty tasty too! Do not hesitate to adjust the seasoning proportions to your liking. The easy recipe below is just a guideline. Be creative! Make it yours! And be sure to keep a watchful eye while the pumpkin seeds are baking to avoid burning as ovens can vary in cook times. These do not take very long to toast.
These Spicy Toasted Pumpkin Seeds are a great snack option for movie night, or to pack along for that next football game or road trip. They will disappear real quick, so make sure to pack plenty.
More delicious pumpkin recipes to try:
- Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe
- Pumpkin Scones Recipe
- Pumpkin Dip Recipe
- Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe
Spicy Toasted Pumpkin Seeds Recipe
Spicy Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
If you're getting ready to carve pumpkins be sure to save those pumpkin seeds for Toasted Pumpkin Seeds. With a few seasonings and a visit to the oven, you can have a tasty and healthy snack at your fingertips.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin seeds, rinsed and dry
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder
- 1/2 ounce olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375-degrees F.
- In a bowl combine all ingredients until seed are coated well.
- Spread evenly on a baking sheet and bake until toasted and slightly browned, about 15-20 minutes, tossing halfway through. Watch carefully to avoid burning as all ovens vary on cook times. Remove from oven, and let cool before serving.
Ah, thank you for this! I’ve been looking for a toasted pumpkin seed recipe to top something else I’ve got in the works!
I love making toasted pumpkin seeds! I especially love the course sea salt you used here!
The photos alone make me wish I had some of these, they look and sound yummy!
I love toasting pumpkin seeds. This looks like a great version!
Have been looking for a delectable recipe for these, thanks! Not always easy separating those “innards”, but worth the taste 🙂
I love roasting pumpkin seeds, but I always just kind of guess what to do. thanks for an actual recipe with instructions for me to follow this year!
I think I read that pumpkin seeds have iron in them too. Oh, either way, they’re yummy. Great recipe!
These look absolutely delish! I’ve toasted pumpkin seeds before, but only with salt. I look forward to trying out your spicy blend.
These are lovely.. and one of my all-time favorite Autumn treats. In fact, my husband and I are doing just that this weekend.
Thanks for sharing!
These look so good. We included them in our Pumpkin Recipe Roundup. Thanks for sharing.
I have always loved toasted pumpkin seeds. As a matter of fact, when I was pregnant with my oldest child, I actually craved them! I will definatley try this recipe. Thanks
love these Amy! I shared these on my Facebook fan page today!
Do you mind if I repost this in my facebook group, Change Is Healthy? I will give full credit. It’s such a lovely recipe. 🙂
I make toasted pumpkin seeds every year. I don’t rinse them, I wipe the worst of the goo off and it adds a lovely extra crunch to them. You can use Cajan seasonings, flavored sea salts or just mixed pepper as well.
These would be great on an arugula and blue cheese salad. Yum!
Yes they would, Karen!
I love this time of year to have roasted pumpkin seeds! These look so delicious and I love spicy!!!
Made these pumpkin seeds yesterday.. they were amazing… I would reduce the salt a bit but overall it was delicious!
I just love this toasted pumpkin seeds. These look so yummy and delicious!!! thanks for sharing this post 😊😊
I’ve tried one more recipe on pumpkin seed but it is really special. My 8 years old baby also enjoyed. Special thanks to Amy Johnson for this great recipe. I will share this recipe must.
Not spicy at all. Disappointed with the recipe I would double or triple the cayenne or add something else like chili powder. I also added garlic powder and do it for no more than 15 mins or else they will burn.
I guess we all have a different tastes when it comes to spicy food. As far as cook time, as I mentioned in the recipe, watch carefully to avoid burning as all ovens vary on cook times.