Light & Crispy Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Seeds: Easy 5-Minute Snack
This quick and easy recipe transforms raw pumpkin seeds into a shatteringly crisp, buttery cinnamon sugar snack in under 5 minutes. Perfect for fall cravings, Halloween parties, or a cozy treat.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup raw hulled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
- Place a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt the butter, about 30 seconds.
- Add pumpkin seeds to the melted butter, stir to coat, and spread in a single layer. Toast for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until golden and fragrant.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the hot seeds and stir vigorously for 30-60 seconds until glossy and coated.
- Immediately pour seeds onto a paper towel-lined plate in a single layer. Let cool for at least 5 minutes until crisp.
Notes
For best results, use raw hulled pepitas. If using fresh pumpkin seeds, wash and pat completely dry. Do not walk away during cooking; stir constantly. Let seeds cool completely for maximum crispiness. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. To re-crisp, bake at 300°F for 3-4 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 75
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
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