Best 8 Homemade Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate guide to roasting pumpkin seeds at home! Pumpkin seeds, also known as pepitas, are a delicious and nutritious snack that can be easily prepared using household items. This article will provide you with step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and creative seasoning ideas to make the most of your pumpkin seeds. Whether you're looking for a healthy alternative to chips or a flavorful addition to your salads and soups, homemade roasted pumpkin seeds are the perfect choice. Get ready to transform your ordinary pumpkin seeds into a delightful culinary experience!

Let's cook with our recipes!

ROASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 to 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pumpkin, top cut off
Olive oil, for tossing
Kosher salt
1 1/2 tablespoons za'atar spice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
  • Scoop out the pumpkin's seeds and pulp with a spoon and put into a colander. Rinse away all the stringy stuff. Give the seeds a separate rinse to make sure they're clean.
  • Spread the seeds out on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until dried out, 30 to 45 minutes. Toss with enough oil to nicely coat (this will depend on how many seeds you harvested), season with salt and sprinkle with the za'atar spice. Return the seeds to the oven and continue to roast until crunchy and golden, 20 to 30 minutes more.

HOMEMADE ROASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS



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Carving pumpkins may get all the Halloween glory, but it's roasting the oh-so-addictive seeds inside that's become our favorite treat for any time of year. Pumpkin seeds, also called Pepitas, are an amazing snack that you can roast and enjoy in just a few simple steps. You can season your seeds any way you like, opting for a savory flavor profile-think cumin and coriander-or a sweet combination, like cinnamon and ginger. No matter how you season them, roasted pumpkin seeds serve as the perfect blank canvas for the flavors of your choice.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 small (6 lb) fresh-well-ripened pumpkin
Nonstick cooking spray
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Cut pumpkin in half. Remove the membrane and seeds. Remove most of the pulp from the seeds (leave some pulp on - it adds to the flavor; for the same reason, do not rinse the seeds).
  • Spread seeds in a shallow, jelly roll pan with sides, 15x10x 1 1/2 inches. Spray seeds with cooking spray; sprinkle with salt.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until browned; cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 100 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

ROASTED FRESH PUMPKIN SEEDS



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I learned how to roast pumpkin seeds from my mother, who learned it from her mother. Keep an eye on the seeds so they don't scorch. -Margaret Drye, Plainfield, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h50m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups fresh pumpkin seeds
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 teaspoon kosher or fine sea salt

Steps:

  • Place seeds in a 1-qt. bowl; cover with water. Stir in salt; let stand, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 200°. Drain and rinse seeds; drain again and pat dry. Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Toss with oil and kosher salt; spread in a single layer., Roast 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 hours or until crisp and lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS



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The not-so-secret secret to roasting fresh pumpkin seeds - and crisping them properly - is making sure they're really dry. Patting the seeds down with paper towels does a fine job, but drying them out in the oven is even more efficient and effective. Once they've toasted slightly, simply dress them with oil and salt, then continue to roast them until lightly golden. Feel free to add spices - say za'atar, or cinnamon and cayenne - in Step 3 with the oil and salt. But take note: Some add-ins, like nutritional yeast or raw sugar, may melt under high heat, so sprinkle them onto the seeds just after roasting.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     easy, snack, finger foods, appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup fresh pumpkin seeds
1 tablespoon olive oil
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • To clean the pumpkin seeds of pumpkin slime and flesh, put the seeds in a large bowl filled with cold water. The seeds will float to the top. Skim them out with your hands, pulling away any flesh that's stuck on the seeds. Shake the seeds in your hand to get of any excess water, then transfer to a baking sheet.
  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Pat the seeds down with a paper towel, then toast them until they're dry and tacky, about 5 minutes.
  • Pull baking sheet out of the oven. Drizzle the seeds with the olive oil and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt. Toss to coat, then spread into an even layer. Return seeds to oven, and bake, stirring occasionally, until light golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Let cool. Seeds will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 week.

SAVORY ROASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS



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Addictive, tasty, crunchy pumpkin seeds. My family and friends beg me for these every year. This recipe is for 1 cup of pumpkin seeds but you can double or triple as needed.

Provided by Jennifer Hill

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds     Pumpkin Seed Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup raw pumpkin seeds
1 tablespoon salted butter, melted
½ tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon salt, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Clean all pulp and guts from pumpkin seeds. Soak in cold water for a minimum of 2 hours, up to overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  • Drain pumpkin seeds and mix with butter, Worcestershire, garlic powder, onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a bowl. Spread seeds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crisp, stirring and flipping halfway through, 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Sprinkle with additional salt to taste as soon as you remove the sheet from the oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 189.7 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

ROASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS



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Here is an easy recipe for roasting fresh pumpkin seeds.

Provided by Rosemary

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds     Pumpkin Seed Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 ½ cups raw whole pumpkin seeds
2 teaspoons butter, melted
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Toss seeds in a bowl with the melted butter and salt. Spread the seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for about 45 minutes or until golden brown; stir occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 3.6 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 12.5 mg

BEST EVER ROASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS



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The secret to these yummy seeds is the Worcestershire sauce; I sometimes use a little more than the recipe calls for. Don't ever throw your pumpkin seeds away again!

Provided by HollyJane

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h15m

Yield 2 cups seeds, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups pumpkin seeds
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons melted butter
1 1/4 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
  • Thoroughly rinse seeds and pick out stray bits of pumpkin.
  • Pour seeds on a cookie sheet, preferably one with sides.
  • Combine Worcestershire sauce and melted butter.
  • Pour Worcestershire sauce/butter combination over seeds and stir to distribute evenly.
  • Evenly sprinkle salt over seeds.
  • Bake for two hours, stirring every half hour.
  • Let cool and enjoy!
  • Store in airtight container.

ROASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS



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Don't throw away the seeds if you're cooking a pumpkin - try roasting them with this easy recipe. They make a tasty snack with a little seasoning, or an eye-catching garnish

Provided by Anna Glover

Categories     Snack

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 2

fresh pumpkin seeds , scooped from the pumpkin
2 tsp olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Wash the seeds thoroughly and remove any stringy bits of pumpkin flesh. Dry well using kitchen paper.
  • Put the seeds on a baking tray and toss with the olive oil. Roast for 10 mins. Serve with a little seasoning for a snack, if you like, or use as a garnish for salads or soups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36 calories, Fat 2 grams fat, SaturatedFat 0.3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein

Tips:

  • Choose the right pumpkins: Look for sugar pumpkins or pie pumpkins, which are known for their sweet and flavorful seeds.
  • Clean the seeds thoroughly: Remove all the pulp and strings from the seeds to ensure they roast evenly and have a crispy texture.
  • Use a variety of seasonings: Don't limit yourself to just salt and pepper. Experiment with different herbs, spices, and flavorings to create a unique and delicious snack.
  • Roast the seeds at the right temperature: The ideal temperature for roasting pumpkin seeds is between 300°F (150°C) and 325°F (165°C). This will help them crisp up without burning.
  • Keep an eye on the seeds while they roast: Stir them occasionally to ensure even roasting and prevent them from burning.
  • Store the roasted seeds properly: Allow the seeds to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container. They can be kept at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

Homemade roasted pumpkin seeds are a delicious and healthy snack that can be enjoyed on their own or added to various dishes. With a little preparation and the right seasonings, you can create a tasty treat that is both satisfying and nutritious. So next time you have some leftover pumpkins, don't throw away the seeds – roast them and enjoy a guilt-free snack that is packed with flavor.

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