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Best Easy Maple Roasted Pumpkin Seeds with Flaky Sea Salt

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These maple roasted pumpkin seeds are caramelized, crunchy, and perfectly sweet-salty. Made with just a few simple ingredients, they come together in under 30 minutes for an irresistible fall snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups fresh pumpkin seeds, cleaned and rinsed
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup (Grade A Dark Amber recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt (e.g., Maldon), plus more for finishing
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Clean the pumpkin seeds: separate seeds from pulp, rinse in a colander under cold water, and pat dry with a clean towel.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter, maple syrup, 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt, and cinnamon or cayenne if using.
  4. Add the cleaned pumpkin seeds to the bowl and toss with a spatula until evenly coated.
  5. Spread the coated seeds in a single even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Roast for 12-15 minutes, checking at 12 minutes. Seeds should be golden brown and smell nutty and sweet. Roast in 2-minute increments if needed.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack or plate. Do not skip cooling—the crunch develops as they cool.
  8. Once completely cool, sprinkle with an extra pinch of flaky sea salt.

Notes

Don’t skip the parchment paper—it prevents sticking and makes cleanup easy. Watch the oven closely because the sugar can burn quickly. Let the seeds cool completely for maximum crunch. For a vegan version, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter. For a spicy version, add ½ teaspoon cayenne and ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika.

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