Roasted Pepitas
This roasted pepitas recipe combines five ingredients to create a snack ready in 10 minutes!
Servings: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups raw shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- pinch of cayenne
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss all of the ingredients together until combined. Spread seeds on baking sheet in an even layer. Roast in oven for 6 minutes, tossing once half way through. Let cool completely and store in an airtight container.
Notes
- This recipe makes 1 1/2 cups. The nutritional information is provided for 1/2 cup.
- Pepitas: We recommend using raw no shell pumpkin seeds (ie: pepitas), however you can also use standard pumpkin seeds with the white husk. Nutritional information and flavor make vary.
- Maple Syrup: You can use honey instead but it may alter the flavor.
- Spices: You can omit the spices but it will change the flavor.
- Store the seeds in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.5cups | Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 274mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 3mg