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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

Borage Pesto

Borage Pesto

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Wash and dry borage leaves. Roast pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet until lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes. Remove and allow to cool.
  2. 2 Combine borage leaves, roasted pumpkin seeds, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and salt in a food processor. With the food processor running, add olive oil, and process until a smooth paste forms. Transfer to a jar and add more olive oil to cover. Store in the refrigerator.

By gartenfee

Creamy Cilantro Salad Dressing

Creamy Cilantro Salad Dressing

4.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Blend mayonnaise, canola oil, pumpkin seeds, water, vinegar, Cotija cheese, roasted chile peppers, garlic, salt, and pepper in a blender until smooth, about 1 minutes. Add cilantro in batches, blending each to incorporate completely before adding the next, 30 to 60 seconds per batch.
  2. 2 Pour dressing into an air-tight container and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

By Jim M

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

Chef John's Pumpkin Seed Brittle

Chef John's Pumpkin Seed Brittle

4.9

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
  2. 2 Stir pumpkin seeds and sea salt together in a bowl.
  3. 3 Stir sugar, corn syrup, and water together in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat. Add butter and bring to a boil, whisking constantly. Boil until mixture is dark golden, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat; whisk in baking soda.
  4. 4 Pour pumpkin seeds into sugar mixture and stir until well-combined. Transfer pumpkin seed mixture to prepared baking sheet. Place another silicone baking mat over the top of the pumpkin seed mixture and press down to make an even surface for the brittle. Let harden for about 30 seconds; remove top baking mat. Score surface with a knife to form desired shapes. Cool to room temperature and break into pieces.

By John Mitzewich

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

Pumpkin Seed Granola

Pumpkin Seed Granola

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Mix pumpkin seeds, oats, pumpkin puree, maple-flavored syrup, coconut, butter, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt together in a bowl until well combined. Spread mixture evenly over the prepared baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven, stirring every 15 minutes, until desired crispness is reached, 30 to 45 minutes.

By Yoly

Easy Gourmet Pumpkin Soup

Easy Gourmet Pumpkin Soup

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the pumpkin, brown sugar, and curry powder to the butter; cook and stir until the pumpkin caramelizes, 6 to 10 minutes. Pour the chicken broth over the mixture; bring to a boil, and cook until the pumpkin is tender, about 20 minutes more.
  2. 2 Pour the soup into a blender, filling the pitcher no more than halfway. Hold the lid of the blender in place with a towel; start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get the soup moving before leaving it on to puree. Process in batches until smooth.
  3. 3 Garnish each portion of soup with 1 teaspoon pumpkin seed oil, a dollop of sour cream, and a few pumpkin seeds.

By lintlin

Fall Potatoes

Fall Potatoes

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place potatoes and sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer just until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain.
  2. 2 Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle potatoes and sweet potatoes with salt and cook until beginning to brown, about 3 minutes.
  3. 3 Mix in dates, pumpkin seeds, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook and stir until dates are warm and pumpkin seeds begin to brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and serve.

By Samantha Aeril Smithson

Arugula-Avocado Salad with Pumpkin Seeds

Arugula-Avocado Salad with Pumpkin Seeds

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Wash arugula and discard any wilted or damaged leaves. Trim the ends, shake, and either pat or spin dry in a salad spinner to remove excess water. Chop roughly and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  2. 2 Combine olive oil, lemon juice, and poppy seeds in a glass jar and shake until emulsified.
  3. 3 Add avocados to your bowl, reserving about 1/2 cup to use as a garnish. Pour the dressing over the salad, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings.
  4. 4 Scatter the reserved avocado and pepitas on top and serve immediately.

By Anastasia