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Maryland Pumpkin Seeds

Maryland Pumpkin Seeds

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  2. 2 Rinse pumpkin seeds in a colander. Spread onto paper towels; pat dry.
  3. 3 Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray; spread pumpkin seeds in a single layer. Coat seeds with cooking spray; sprinkle with seafood seasoning.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until dry and toasted, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes. Cool.

By jolly_holly

Baked Pumpkin Seeds

Baked Pumpkin Seeds

4.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Toss pumpkin seeds, oil, and ranch dressing mix together in a bowl until evenly coated; spread onto a baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until seeds are lightly browned, about 10 minutes.

By Jenrocks2

Air Fryer Salt and Vinegar Pumpkin Seeds

Air Fryer Salt and Vinegar Pumpkin Seeds

4.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
30 min
Total
100 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour vinegar over pumpkin seeds in a large bowl; let soak for at least 1 hour. Drain; stir in salt.
  2. 2 Preheat an air fryer to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Place seeds in the basket; cook for 30 minutes, shaking the basket every 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Transfer seeds to a paper-towel-lined plate; let sit 5 minutes.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
45 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  2. 2 Spread pumpkin seeds on a baking sheet; drizzle with oil, season with salt, and toss to evenly coat.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until lightly toasted, about 45 minutes.

By ONEMINA

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
45 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  2. 2 Toss seeds in a large bowl with the butter and salt. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet; bake until golden, stirring occasionally, about 45 minutes.

By Rosemary

Sweet Pumpkin Seeds

Sweet Pumpkin Seeds

4.2

Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Remove pulp and strings from pumpkin seeds. Wash and thoroughly dry seeds.
  3. 3 Place melted butter in a large bowl; add seeds and toss until evenly coated. Transfer seeds to the prepared baking sheet; sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Stir to coat; spread into a single layer.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes.
  5. 5 Sprinkle seeds with 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon; stir to coat, spread into a single layer, and bake for 5 minutes more.
  6. 6 Sprinkle seeds with 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon; stir to coat, spread into a single layer, and bake 5 minutes more.
  7. 7 Sprinkle seeds with remaining 2 tablespoons sugar; stir to coat and spread into a single layer.
  8. 8 Bake until sugar is coated onto seeds, about 10 minutes more. Cool seeds on the baking sheet.

By Denise A

Savory Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

Savory Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
60 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  2. 2 Rinse pumpkin seeds and pat dry with paper towel: place in a bowl. Add Worcestershire sauce, melted butter, and seasoned salt; stir until evenly coated. Spread out in an even layer on a baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until crisp, dry, and golden brown, about 1 hour.

By CRYSTAL10

Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds

Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an air fryer to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Rinse pumpkin seeds in a colander.
  2. 2 Line a large plate with 2 paper towels. Spread pumpkin seeds on plate; cover with 2 more paper towels. Gently press to remove excess water. Let sit at room temperature until dried, about 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Transfer seeds to a medium bowl. Add oil, paprika, and salt; toss to coat.
  4. 4 Place pumpkin seeds in the air fryer basket in a thin layer.
  5. 5 Cook in the preheated air fryer until golden brown and crispy, shaking the basket frequently, 15 to 35 minutes.

By Bren

Best Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Best Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

3.9

Prep
30 min
Cook
10 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Clean and dry pumpkin seeds so there is no goo or strings.
  3. 3 Melt butter onto a cookie sheet. Spread pumpkin seeds evenly over the buttered sheet and sprinkle with salt and water.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, shaking the pan every few minutes to ensure even baking.

By Kate O'Shea

Drunken Pumpkin Seeds

Drunken Pumpkin Seeds

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
75 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
  2. 2 Combine pumpkin seeds, whiskey, bacon drippings, brown sugar, and 2 teaspoons salt together in a saucepan over medium-low heat; bring to a simmer and cook until seeds begin to turn gray in the middle, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain.
  3. 3 Spread pumpkin seeds on a baking sheet in a single layer; season with salt.
  4. 4 Roast in the preheated oven until crisp and golden brown, 1 to 1 ½ hours.

By Guinevere

Crispy, Crunchy Pumpkin Seeds

Crispy, Crunchy Pumpkin Seeds

Prep
10 min
Cook
45 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or aluminum foil.
  2. 2 Toss pumpkin seeds and melted butter together in a bowl. Season with garlic salt, onion salt, and paprika; toss until evenly coated. Spread on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until golden and crisp, stirring halfway through, about 45 minutes. Cool. Store in an airtight container.

By Leanna the Squirrel

Toasted Pumpkin Seeds with Sugar and Spice

Toasted Pumpkin Seeds with Sugar and Spice

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
50 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  2. 2 Spread pumpkin seeds on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until dry and toasted, about 45 minutes. Larger seeds may take longer.
  4. 4 Combine 2 tablespoons white sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  5. 5 Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add toasted pumpkin seeds; sprinkle with remaining ¼ cup sugar. Cook and stir with a wooden spoon until sugar melts, about 45 seconds.
  6. 6 Pour candied pumpkin seeds into bowl with spiced sugar; stir until coated. Cool completely before serving. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

By Jani

Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Seeds

Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Seeds

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
40 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Place pumpkin seeds into a large bowl. Mix butter, cinnamon, and salt together in a small bowl; pour over seeds and toss until evenly coated. Spread seeds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until seeds are light golden brown, about 40 minutes. Remove from the oven; sprinkle sugar over warm seeds and stir until evenly coated.

By GMW

Spiced Maple Pumpkin Seeds

Spiced Maple Pumpkin Seeds

3.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
40 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add pumpkin seeds; cook and stir until seeds turn slightly brown, about 10 minutes. Drain off any excess butter.
  3. 3 Off heat, stir in maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg until seeds are thoroughly coated. Spread seeds onto the prepared baking sheet.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until crisp and golden brown, 30 to 45 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.

By ekgjester

Sweet Vanilla Cinnamon Pumpkin Seeds

Sweet Vanilla Cinnamon Pumpkin Seeds

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
65 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
  2. 2 Place seeds in a mixing bowl. Pour melted butter over seeds; stir to coat. Combine 1 teaspoon vanilla sugar (see Cook's Note), 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon white sugar in a small bowl; mix well. Stir in vanilla extract. Spread sugar mixture over seeds, stirring to coat evenly.
  3. 3 Spread seeds over a baking sheet in a single layer. Combine 1 teaspoon vanilla sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl; sprinkle over seeds.
  4. 4 Bake seeds in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove baking sheet from oven, stir seeds, and spread evenly on baking sheet again. Combine 1 teaspoon vanilla sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in small bowl and sprinkle over seeds. Return seeds to oven for 30 more minutes.
  5. 5 Remove seeds from oven. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 teaspoon vanilla sugar over seeds, and return to oven for 5 minutes. Remove from oven, pour into a serving bowl, and serve warm.

By DanSadler

Cajun Spiced Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Cajun Spiced Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  2. 2 Toss pumpkin seeds, paprika, Cajun seasoning, and salt together until coated. Combine melted butter and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl; pour over seeds and stir to coat. Spread seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  3. 3 Cook in the preheated oven until browned and crunchy, 45 to 60 minutes; stir and flip several times while cooking.

By ausableflyfisherman

Buffalo and Ranch Pumpkin Seeds

Buffalo and Ranch Pumpkin Seeds

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
45 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line baking sheet with wax paper.
  2. 2 Combine buffalo sauce, ranch seasoning, lemon pepper, and salt in a small bowl. Toss pumpkin seeds in mixture until evenly coated. Spread on the prepared sheet in an even layer.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven, stirring every 15 minutes, until seeds are golden brown and crunchy, about 45 minutes.

By Whitneymclain

Roasted Tajin Pumpkin Seeds

Roasted Tajin Pumpkin Seeds

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
45 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly oil a baking sheet.
  2. 2 Bring 6 cups water to a boil in a saucepan: add pumpkin seeds and salt. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes. Strain and pat dry with a paper towel. Spread seeds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet; sprinkle chili-lime seasoning on top.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven: stir seeds, spread back into a single layer, and return to the hot oven. Repeat twice more, stirring every 10 minutes, until seeds are golden and crisp.

By Suzie Lopez O'Connor

Honey Pumpkin Seeds

Honey Pumpkin Seeds

4.2

Prep
10 min
Cook
60 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) with oven rack in the highest position. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. 2 Combine honey, butter, brown sugar, and salt in a bowl; add pumpkin seeds and toss to coat. Spread coated seeds onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes; stir then continue baking 20 minutes more. Sprinkle seeds with white sugar; bake until lightly browned, about 20 minutes more. Cool. Store in an airtight container.

By Tom

Roasted Cinnamon Spice Pumpkin Seeds

Roasted Cinnamon Spice Pumpkin Seeds

4.1

Prep
10 min
Cook
50 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine water, pumpkin seeds, and salt in a pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer until seeds are tender, about 10 minutes. Strain seeds; pat dry with a towel.
  2. 2 Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Coat a baking sheet with olive oil.
  3. 3 Spread pumpkin seeds onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer; evenly sprinkle with sugar, cinnamon, and ginger.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven, stirring every 10 minutes, until seeds are fragrant and roasted, about 40 minutes.

By Suzie Lopez O'Connor

Perfect Pumpkin Seeds

Perfect Pumpkin Seeds

3.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
515 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the pumpkin seeds in a container with a lid, and mix in the Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, bacon grease, and liquid smoke flavoring. Cover the container, and allow to stand overnight.
  2. 2 Preheat the oven's broiler, and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
  3. 3 Remove the seeds from the flavorings with a slotted spoon, and transfer into a bowl. Mix the cayenne pepper and garlic salt into the seeds, and stir to coat well. Spread the seeds over a baking sheet in a single layer. Sprinkle with additional salt.
  4. 4 Roast the seeds under the broiler until toasted and golden brown, about 8 minutes; turn the seeds over twice during broiling. Cool to room temperature.

By parshe

Caramelized Spicy Pumpkin Seeds

Caramelized Spicy Pumpkin Seeds

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2 In a large bowl, stir together 3 tablespoons of sugar, the cumin, cinnamon, ginger, and cayenne pepper, and set aside.
  3. 3 Place the pumpkin seeds on the prepared baking sheet, spray them with cooking spray, and sprinkle with salt to taste. Bake the seeds in the preheated oven until lightly golden, 20 to 25 minutes.
  4. 4 Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, and stir in the toasted pumpkin seeds along with 2 tablespoons of sugar. Cook and stir the seeds until the sugar forms a coating on the seeds, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir the caramelized seeds into the bowl of sugar-spice mixture, toss to coat, and let cool.

By Theresa

Vegan Energy Balls

Vegan Energy Balls

Prep
25 min
Cook
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine ground almonds and cinnamon in a small bowl; set aside.
  2. 2 Mix almond butter, agave syrup, and protein powder together in a bowl. Add shredded coconut, coconut sap, and nutmeg.
  3. 3 Combine pumpkin, flax, and sesame seeds in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until blended. Add to almond butter mixture along with sunflower seeds.
  4. 4 Mince dried apple in the food processor. Add to almond butter mixture along with walnuts. Form into 1-inch balls and roll in the almond-cinnamon mixture to coat.
  5. 5 Place in the freezer to firm up and store.

By Kameron

Sweet Spicy Pumpkin Seeds

Sweet Spicy Pumpkin Seeds

3.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
60 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  2. 2 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.
  3. 3 Place the cinnamon, chili powder, and 1 teaspoon of sugar in a bowl, and set aside.
  4. 4 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.
  5. 5 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.

By Traci

Sweet and Spicy Pumpkin Seeds

Sweet and Spicy Pumpkin Seeds

4.2

Prep
10 min
Cook
45 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a baking pan with aluminum foil.
  2. 2 Stir together the pumpkin seeds and butter in a bowl. Add the salt, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and hot pepper sauce; stir. Spread the seeds in a single layer on the baking pan.
  3. 3 Bake in preheated oven until crispy, about 45 minutes.

By lotus petal

Air Fryer Maple-Chili Pumpkin Seeds

Air Fryer Maple-Chili Pumpkin Seeds

Prep
5 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an air fryer to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  2. 2 Place pumpkin seeds in a bowl. Pour melted butter over the seeds and stir. Add syrup, chili, powder, cumin, and salt. Stir until evenly combined. Place seeds in an even layer in the basket of the air fryer. Work in batches if necessary.
  3. 3 Cook for 30 minutes, shaking the basket every 10 minutes. Transfer the seeds to a paper towel-lined plate and let sit for 5 minutes.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Sweet Curry Pumpkin Seeds

Sweet Curry Pumpkin Seeds

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  2. 2 Combine pumpkin seeds, brown sugar, cinnamon, and curry powder in a bowl. Add vegetable oil gradually, until lightly coated. Spread seeds evenly on a baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove the sheet from the oven and flip the seeds. Continue baking, flipping seeds every 10 minutes, until crunchy and golden brown, 20 to 30 minutes.

By ziblizard

Cinnamon and Ginger Caramelized Pumpkin Seeds

Cinnamon and Ginger Caramelized Pumpkin Seeds

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  2. 2 Combine 1 1/2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon brown sugar together in a bowl; add cinnamon, ginger, and salt and mix well. Stir pumpkin seeds into butter mixture until evenly coated. Spread seeds in an even layer onto the prepared baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes; check seeds and continue baking for 10 minutes more.
  4. 4 Mix the remaining 2 tablespoons brown sugar and 1 1/2 teaspoons butter together in a bowl and stir onto the pumpkin seeds.
  5. 5 Continue baking seeds until toasted and fragrant, about 10 minutes more.

By Kittycat

Berry Nut and Seed Crunch

Berry Nut and Seed Crunch

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Heat brown sugar in a saucepan over medium-low heat until melted; stir in walnuts and sesame seeds until walnuts are coated with sugar and sesame seeds. Transfer coated walnuts to the prepared baking sheet; set aside until cooled.
  3. 3 Mix coated walnuts, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and cranberries together in a bowl.

By Chef Boyardee