How to Make Sweet Spicy Pumpkin Seeds - A Step-by-Step Guide

When carving a pumpkin, don't throw away the seeds! Instead, turn them into a delicious and addictive snack with this recipe for Sweet Spicy Pumpkin Seeds. The combination of sweet and spicy flavors will have you reaching for handful after handful, making it the perfect treat for fall get-togethers, game nights, or just a cozy night in.

Pumpkin seeds are not only tasty, but they are also packed with nutrients. They are a good source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats, as well as seve...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw cleaned whole pumpkin seeds
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 1 cup

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  • Place the pumpkin seeds on a cookie sheet, and spread them out into a single layer. Roast until brown and crisp, about 45 minutes. Set the seeds aside in a large bowl.
  • Place the cinnamon, chili powder, and 1 teaspoon of sugar in a bowl, and set aside.
  • Place olive oil and 1 tablespoon of sugar in a heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, and heat and stir with a wooden spoon until the sugar turns a light golden brown color. Watch it carefully to avoid burning.
  • Pour the caramelized sugar mixture over the roasted pumpkin seeds, and stir to coat. Pour the cinnamon-chili powder mixture over the seeds, and toss to coat the seeds with the spices.
  • Nutrition

    118 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 4mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 149mg