Sugar Spice Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Transform your leftover pumpkin seeds into a crunchy, flavorful treat with this Sugar Spice Roasted Pumpkin Seeds recipe! Perfectly balancing sweet and spicy, these roasted seeds are coated in a delightful mix of brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves, with just a pinch of salt to enhance every bite. A buttery glaze ensures every seed is evenly roasted to golden perfection, creating an irresistible caramelized texture. Ready in under 45 minutes, this quick and easy fall-inspired snack is perfect for seasonal parties, Halloween gatherings, or simply a cozy afternoon treat. Plus, they store beautifully, making them an ideal make-ahead snack for the week ahead.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh pumpkin seeds
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Rinse the pumpkin seeds thoroughly in a colander to remove any remaining pumpkin pulp. Spread them on a clean kitchen towel and pat them dry completely.
Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or in the microwave. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, ground cloves, and salt.
Add the dried pumpkin seeds to the mixing bowl with the sugar-spice mixture. Drizzle the melted butter over the seeds and toss until the seeds are evenly coated in the mixture.
Spread the coated pumpkin seeds in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overlapping for even roasting.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting. Keep an eye on them towards the end to avoid burning.
Remove from the oven when the seeds are golden and fragrant. Let them cool completely on the baking sheet to allow the sugary coating to harden.
Once cooled, store the Sugar Spice Roasted Pumpkin Seeds in an airtight container for up to one week, or enjoy them immediately as a snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
266 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.5 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 37 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 26 mg | 1% | |
*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.
