Description
Enjoy a delicious and healthy snack with these crispy air fryer pumpkin seeds. Lightly coated in melted butter and seasoned with flavorful seasoned salt, they are perfectly roasted to a crunchy texture in just 10 minutes. A quick and easy recipe perfect for snacking anytime, with a vegan option available by substituting olive oil.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Pumpkin Seeds (cleaned and dried)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted, can substitute with olive oil for vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon Seasoned Salt (or use garlic powder, smoked paprika for variation)
Instructions
- Prepare Pumpkin Seeds: Rinse the cleaned pumpkin seeds thoroughly in a colander to remove any remaining pumpkin pulp. Pat them dry with a paper towel and allow them to air dry for 30 minutes to 1 hour to ensure they become crisp when cooked.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 360°F (182°C) and allow it to warm up while you finish preparing the seeds.
- Season the Seeds: In a mixing bowl, mix the dried pumpkin seeds with melted unsalted butter (or olive oil for vegan) until they are well coated. Add the seasoned salt and stir gently to distribute the seasoning evenly.
- Arrange Seeds in Air Fryer: Place the seasoned pumpkin seeds in a single layer in the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
- Air Fry: Cook the seeds at 360°F for about 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time to promote even roasting and prevent burning.
- Cool and Serve: Once the seeds are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes. This cooling time enhances their crunchiness. Add more salt if desired before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan alternative, substitute melted unsalted butter with olive oil.
- Try different seasonings like garlic powder or smoked paprika for flavor variations.
- Ensure the seeds are thoroughly dried before air frying to achieve maximum crispiness.
- Shake the basket halfway during cooking to prevent uneven roasting and burning.
- Store cooled pumpkin seeds in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
