Pumpkin seeds, like many other seeds, are deliciously crunchy. Simply rinse, season, and bake.
Fall is the perfect time of year for all of my favorite pumpkin recipes from Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies to Homemade Pumpkin Pie! As you carve out your pumpkin to make a jack-o-lantern this year, don’t discard those seeds!
How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds
This is a fun activity to do with your kids after carving!
Sweet and Seasoning Ideas
The following are a few of my favorite ways to season them. Start with a dash of olive oil.
Salt and pepper Homemade Ranch Seasoning Cinnamon and sugar Onion and garlic powder and seasoning salt Homemade Taco Seasoning Homemade Chili Powder, a squeeze of lime and salt
How to Eat Pumpkin Seeds
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds are a favorite and you can eat the shell or peel the shell and eat them more like you would eat a sunflower seed. I find a smaller pumpkin has a more tender shell and is better if you want to eat the whole thing. Roasted pumpkin seeds are a great snack option in place of crackers or croutons.
Storing
Like most nuts, roasted pumpkin seeds have a high fat content and should be stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. The pumpkin seeds will keep this way for about 3-4 months. Alternately, put them in a sealed bag and pop them into the freezer. They will stay fresh in the freezer for up to a year. © SpendWithPennies.com. Content and photographs are copyright protected. Sharing of this recipe is both encouraged and appreciated. Copying and/or pasting full recipes to any social media is strictly prohibited. Please view my photo use policy here.
