If you don't save your air fryer pumpkin seeds after scooping all the guts out of the pumpkin you're missing out! You can use these seeds to make a great and healthy crunchy snack! Your hands are already gross from scooping the guts out so why not? The process is a bit long but here's how you do it.
If you like pumpkin recipes please try Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies, Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins, or Pumpkin Fluff Dip Recipe.
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Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 cup of raw pumpkin seeds (freshly scraped from a pumpkin or store-bought)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or melted butter for extra richness)
- Salt to taste
- Optional seasonings: garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, or any spice combination you like.
How to make Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds
Step 1 Try and get as much of the pumpkin seeds as you can from the pumpkin. The pumpkin I had some of the seeds were kind of hard to get out. It is ok if you don't get all the stringy pumpkin guts removed from the seeds. Washing them in a colander will help with that.
Step 2The next step is to let the seeds dry out. It doesn't matter how you do this but it can take anywhere from a couple of hours to a day. Spread them out on a sheet pan or over some parchment paper.
Step 3 Once they are dry you can roast them! Use the oven or air fryer! 400 degrees for 15-20 minutes.
Tips for Perfect Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds
- Give your seeds plenty of space to cook. If you’re making a large batch, you may need to cook them in batches.
- Shake the air fryer basket halfway through the cooking time to ensure the seeds cook evenly.
- Pumpkin seeds are incredibly versatile. Try adding different spices to suit your flavor preferences. A little bit of cinnamon and sugar can turn these into a sweet treat, while cumin, chili powder, and lime can give them a more zesty, savory kick.
- After cooling, store your air fryer pumpkin seeds in an airtight container. They’ll stay fresh for up to a week and make a great snack to have on hand.
Recipe FAQS
Yes, you can definitely air fry pumpkin seeds! In fact, it's a great way to enjoy this healthy snack without all the added oil and calories that come with traditional roasting methods. To air fry pumpkin seeds, simply clean and dry them thoroughly, then toss them with a little bit of oil and your desired seasonings.
Place them in the air fryer basket and cook at 350°F for about 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket occasionally to ensure even cooking. Once they're golden brown and crispy, remove them from the air fryer and let them cool before enjoying as a delicious and nutritious snack!
Serving Suggestions
Top a bowl of Protein Yogurt Parfaits or a Ninja Creami Smoothie Bowl with a handful of air fryer pumpkin seeds for a crunchy contrast
Top your Air Fryer Avocado Toast with a sprinkle of air fryer pumpkin seeds for an added crunch.
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Air Fryer Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 1 hr
- Total Time: 1 hr
- Yield: 1 ½ cups 1x
- Category: Easy
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Description
After carving your pumpkin, don't throw out the seeds! Save the seeds for roasted pumpkin seeds.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups of raw whole pumpkin seeds
2 sprays of olive oil spray or any cooking spray
1 ½ tsps of seasoning salt of choice
Instructions
Preheat oven to 250 degrees F.
Toss seeds in a bowl with the melted butter and salt. Spread the seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for about 45 minutes or until golden brown; stir occasionally.
Notes
5 WW Freestyle Points (using cooking spray instead of oil)
Enjoy these air fryer pumpkin seeds as a standalone snack
Add them to a salad for a crunchy topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup of seeds
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 0g
- Fat: 22.8g
- Saturated Fat: .37g
- Carbohydrates: 7.5g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10.25
Heidi says
I personally tried these and they were wonderful!! Thanks Jenna!!
lisaiscooking says
I'm regretting putting all those pumpkin seeds in the compost the other day. I should have had the patience to roast them. These look fantastic!