Paleo Candied Pumpkin Seeds
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of Paleo Candied Pumpkin Seeds—a sweet and savory snack that's perfect for clean eating. These delectable treats combine raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas) with the richness of coconut oil, natural sweetness of honey, and warm hints of cinnamon and vanilla, all finished with a touch of sea salt for balance. Baked to golden perfection, this easy, 25-minute recipe yields a fragrant and crispy snack that’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free. Ideal as a quick paleo-approved energy boost, party treat, or salad topping, these candied pumpkin seeds are as versatile as they are flavorful. Ready in just minutes, they’ll quickly become a pantry favorite for healthy snacking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a saucepan, melt the coconut oil over low heat. Once melted, stir in the honey until well combined.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and add in the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and sea salt. Stir to mix thoroughly.
Place the raw pumpkin seeds in a mixing bowl. Pour the honey mixture over the seeds and toss until all seeds are evenly coated.
Spread the coated seeds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the seeds are golden and fragrant.
Remove from the oven and allow the seeds to cool completely on the baking sheet. They will continue to crisp up as they cool.
Once cooled, break any clusters apart and store the candied pumpkin seeds in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
985 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.2 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.3 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 507 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.7 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.7 g | ||
| Protein | 28.1 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 937 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
