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Wondering what to do with all those pumpkin seeds you’ve harvested from inside your baking pumpkins this season? We used to bake them, but the air fryer is a much faster way to make these Crunchy Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds.
I really love pumpkin seeds and never let them go to waste, so I’m always trying out new spices and versions of these tasty snacks. It’s one of the reason I love fall so much.
But it can be a pretty big pain to bake the seeds in the oven because it takes quite a while and you have to continually be reaching into the oven to scatter them around so they cook evenly. The air fryer is a fantastic alternative that’s faster and provides a more even result.
Here are some other great snacks to try: Air Fryer Mummy Dogs and Air Fryer Tater Tots.
What You Need
- Pumpkin seeds – You’re going to need a bunch of pumpkin seeds, so get to digging them out of the pumpkins you’re using for carving or cooking. It’s best to use about one cup of seeds in the air fryer, so they can sort of weigh each other down.
- Olive oil or butter – Your preference here. I like both.
- Seasonings – I really love the flavors of smoked paprika and garlic on pumpkin seeds, so that’s my go to seasoning. You can just use salt and pepper if you like, or get creative and use any type of spice you love. See below for a few creative ideas.
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Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup (64 g) pumpkin seeds, wash and dried
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon (2 g) garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 g) salt
Instructions
- Cut open a pumpkin and scoop out the insides. Put the seeds into a colander and wash away any remaining pulp.
- Lay the seeds out on a kitchen towel to dry for at least 2 hours or overnight until fully dry.
- Coat dried seeds with 1 teaspoon of olive oil then sprinkle with smoked paprika, garlic powder and salt. Stirring to coat.
- Spread the seeds out in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 350 degrees F for 10-15 minutes. Check at 10 minutes, shake, then add 5 minutes increments until browned.
All air fryers have different wattage and may cook at different rates. You may need to adjust the time or temp for the best results.
Nutrition
Are Pumpkin Seeds Good For You?
According to WebMD, pumpkin seeds “have an impressive nutrient profile that benefits many aspects of your health. They’re a rich source of protein, unsaturated fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals that reduce risk factors of chronic diseases, including cancer.”
Furthermore, “Pumpkin seeds are rich in vitamins and minerals like manganese and vitamin K, both of which are important in helping wounds heal. They also contain zinc, a mineral that helps the immune system fight bacteria and viruses.”
Pumpkin Recipes
Most of us are going to scoop out the side and then carve the pumpkin to display for Halloween. If you would like to eat that pumpkin instead try one of these delicious recipes.
More Seasoning Ideas
- Ranch powder
- Seasoning salt
- Old Bay seasoning
- Dill and salt
- Cinnamon and sugar
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Angela is a talented home cook and passionate advocate for healthy, flavorful cooking in the air fryer. She shares her favorite air fryer recipes and helpful tips for using this versatile kitchen appliance to create delicious, nutritious meals.