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Easy Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds: Best 5-Minute Snack

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This easy air fryer pumpkin seed recipe turns a kitchen mishap into a perfectly crunchy, kid-approved snack in under 10 minutes. With simple ingredients and endless seasoning variations, it’s the ultimate quick and healthy treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (120g) fresh pumpkin seeds or raw hulled pepitas
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil or avocado oil
  • ½ teaspoon (3g) fine sea salt, or to taste
  • Optional: ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Optional: ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Optional: pinch of cayenne pepper
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon cinnamon and 1 tablespoon brown sugar (for sweet version)

Instructions

  1. If using fresh pumpkin seeds, separate them from the stringy pulp, rinse in a colander under cold water, and pick out any large pieces of pumpkin flesh. If using store-bought raw pepitas, skip this step.
  2. Dry the seeds thoroughly by spreading them on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and patting them dry. Let them sit for a few minutes to air dry completely.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the dried pumpkin seeds, olive oil, and salt. Toss well until every seed is coated. Add any optional seasonings if desired and toss again.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Place the seasoned seeds in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Do not overcrowd; cook in batches if necessary.
  6. Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes, shaking the basket or stirring halfway through (at 2.5 minutes) for even cooking.
  7. Check for doneness: seeds should be golden brown and fragrant. If pale, cook for an additional minute. They will continue to crisp as they cool.
  8. Transfer seeds to a plate or bowl and let cool for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Notes

Dry the seeds thoroughly to ensure crunchiness. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Shake halfway through cooking. Let seeds cool completely before storing in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. To re-crisp, air fry at 350°F for 1-2 minutes.

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