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Quick Crispy Honey-Roasted Pumpkin Seeds: Easy 30-Minute Recipe

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This quick and easy recipe delivers perfectly crispy, honey-roasted pumpkin seeds in just 30 minutes. The secret is a quick boil that ensures a shatteringly crunchy texture, with a sweet and salty honey-butter coating that’s absolutely addictive.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups fresh pumpkin seeds, rinsed and cleaned (seeds from one medium pumpkin)
  • Water, for boiling
  • 1 teaspoon salt (plus extra for boiling water)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons honey (runny, mild honey like clover or orange blossom)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (pure extract)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Clean the pumpkin seeds thoroughly. Separate seeds from pumpkin guts, rinse in a colander under cold water, and remove any remaining pumpkin strings.
  3. Bring a small saucepan of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water. Drop in the cleaned pumpkin seeds and boil for exactly 5 minutes.
  4. Drain the boiled seeds in a colander and shake off excess water. Spread them on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and pat dry to remove surface moisture.
  5. In a medium mixing bowl, combine melted butter, honey, cinnamon (if using), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until smooth and well-blended.
  6. Add the dried pumpkin seeds to the bowl with the honey mixture. Use a spatula to toss and coat every seed evenly.
  7. Pour the coated seeds onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread them into a single, even layer. Use the spatula to nudge any clumps apart.
  8. Roast for 12-15 minutes. At the 6-minute mark, pull the pan out and stir the seeds with the spatula. Watch closely during the last 3 minutes to prevent burning. Seeds are done when deep golden-brown and fragrant.
  9. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the seeds cool completely on the pan for at least 10 minutes. They will continue to crisp up as they cool.

Notes

Don’t skip the boiling step—it’s essential for crispy texture. Watch the oven closely as honey burns quickly. Dry seeds well before coating to ensure the honey mixture sticks. Use a rimmed baking sheet to prevent drips. For best texture, let seeds cool completely before serving.

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