How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds

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Step 1

Step 1: Preheat the oven

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 250°F. Line a large sheet pan with aluminum foil and lightly grease it with butter or oil. This reduces cleanup later—trust us on this! Step 2: Scoop out the seeds Step 3: Separate the gunk from the pumpkin seeds Step 4: Rinse and drain Patting the seeds dry is an important step. Excess water can create steam in the oven, which prevents the seeds from crisping. The seasonings we use in the next step also adhere better to dry seeds. Step 5: Season the pumpkin seeds combine the seasonings with the butter or oil in a small bowl. Then drizzle the mixture over the dry seeds in a medium-sized bowl. Stir to make sure each seed is coated. Step 6: Bake the pumpkin seeds, stirring occasionally Spread the seeds evenly in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet. Bake for 45 minutes, making sure to stir and toss the seeds occasionally. Step 7: Finish baking pumpkin seeds on higher heat Increase the oven temperature to 325° after the first 45 minutes. Then continue baking the seeds for about 5 more minutes, or until they’re lightly browned and dry.

Step 3

Test Kitchen Tip: Preheating your oven will help the pumpkin seeds cook evenly. The result: perfectly roasted, crispy pumpkin seeds.