Candied Pumpkin Seeds
These Candied Pumpkin Seeds are perfectly sweet, salty, and crunchy — made with butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in just 10 minutes. Great for snacking, or as a flavorful topping for salads, soups, yogurts, or desserts.
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Ingredients
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- Pinch ground cinnamon
- Pinch sea salt
- ¾ cup raw pumpkin seeds pepitas
Instructions
- In a small saucepan or skillet, melt the butter over medium-low heat.
- Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pumpkin seeds. Stir to coat evenly.
- Cook, stirring frequently, for 6–8 minutes, until the sugar is melted and the seeds are lightly browned and fragrant.
- Immediately spread the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in an even layer.
- Allow to cool completely — the coating will crisp as it cools. Sprinkle with a little flaky sea salt.
- Once cooled, break apart any clusters and store in an airtight container.