Description
Learn how to make addictive spicy roasted pumpkin seeds, a perfect fall snack. This easy recipe brings a flavorful twist to your seasonal treats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin seeds (from about 1 medium pumpkin)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Clean and dry the pumpkin seeds thoroughly.
- In a medium bowl, toss the pumpkin seeds with olive oil until evenly coated.
- Add the chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), and salt. Toss again to ensure the seeds are well seasoned.
- Spread the seasoned pumpkin seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the seeds are golden brown and fragrant.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Ensure pumpkin seeds are completely dry for maximum crispiness.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to your spice preference.
- Store cooled seeds in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg