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Cozy Smoky Sea Salt Pumpkin Seeds – Easy Fall Snack

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These crunchy, smoky, and salty pumpkin seeds are the perfect fall snack. Boiled for ultimate crunch and seasoned with smoked paprika and flaky sea salt, they’ll convert even the biggest pumpkin seed skeptics.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon sea salt (for boiling)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt (for finishing)

Instructions

  1. Clean the seeds: If using fresh pumpkin seeds, separate them from the stringy pulp in a large bowl of cold water. Rinse in a colander until water runs clear.
  2. Boil the seeds: In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water and 1 tablespoon of sea salt to a rolling boil. Add the cleaned pumpkin seeds and boil for exactly 10 minutes.
  3. Drain and dry: Pour seeds into a fine-mesh strainer and drain. Spread on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and pat very dry. Let air-dry for 5 minutes while preheating oven.
  4. Preheat and prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  5. Season the seeds: Transfer dried seeds to a mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss well. Add smoked paprika and garlic powder, toss again until evenly distributed.
  6. Spread and bake: Spread seeds in a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, then stir with a spatula.
  7. Finish baking: Return to oven and bake for another 5 to 10 minutes, until golden brown and fragrant. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  8. Salt while hot: As soon as seeds come out of the oven, sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top. Let cool completely on the baking sheet before serving.

Notes

Don’t skip the boiling step—it ensures crunchy seeds all the way through. Dry seeds thoroughly before roasting to avoid steaming. Watch closely during the last few minutes of baking to prevent burning. Let seeds cool completely for maximum crunch.

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Keywords: pumpkin seeds, fall snack, smoky, sea salt, easy, crunchy, healthy snack, gluten-free, vegan

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