How to Make Candied Pumpkin Seeds - A Step-by-Step Guide

Autumn is the perfect time of year for cozy sweaters, crisp air, and pumpkin-flavored treats. While many people think of carving pumpkins and baking pies with the flesh, there's another delicious way to enjoy this seasonal favorite - candied pumpkin seeds.

These sweet and crunchy seeds make for a perfect snack or topping for salads, oatmeal, or yogurt. They are also incredibly easy to make and can be customized with a variety of flavors to suit your taste preferences.

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Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • ½ tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons molasses
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¾ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3 ½ cups roasted unsalted pumpkin seeds

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Whisk brown sugar, water, salt, molasses, cumin, cinnamon, ginger, cayenne pepper, and nutmeg together in a medium mixing bowl. Add pumpkin seeds and toss until evenly coated. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake until crispy, stirring halfway through, 35 to 40 minutes. Remove from the oven, stir, then carefully slide or lift the parchment paper off the baking sheet and set on the counter to cool completely. Break up any clumps with your hands and serve.
  • Nutrition

    105 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 245mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 20mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 197mg