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Golden cinnamon sugar roasted pumpkin seeds spread on parchment paper showing perfectly crispy texture from homemade pumpkin seeds recipe

Best Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Recipe

The perfect fall snack recipe – crunchy, sweet, and aromatic cinnamon sugar roasted pumpkin seeds that reduce food waste while delivering powerhouse nutrition.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cup roasted seeds
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds cleaned and dried
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Optional: 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional substitutions: coconut oil coconut sugar, maple syrup, or brown sugar

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Rinse and pat pumpkin seeds completely dry.
  3. In a bowl, mix melted butter with vanilla extract if using. Toss seeds until evenly coated.
  4. Combine sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl. Sprinkle over seeds and toss again.
  5. Spread seeds in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  6. Roast for 20–30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until golden and crisp.
  7. Cool completely on the baking sheet before serving or storing.

Notes

Seeds must be completely dry before roasting for maximum crispiness. Stir every 10 minutes to ensure even cooking. Avoid roasting above 300°F to preserve flavor and nutrients.