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Sweet & Salty Pumpkin Seeds

Sweet & Salty Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin carving is always a grand family event. Once the pumpkins are lit, gather the seeds and make a sweet treat or a savory snack--both are perfect for little hands!

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Sweet & Salty Pumpkin Seeds
Parent Supervision Needed
This recipe requires extra parent involvement and a watchful eye, because it may require sharp tools or hot pans.
International Flavors
Teach your kids about food traditions from around the world as you make these recipes together.
Healthy Pick
This recipe is a healthy choice for your preschooler. Prepare it together to familiarize your child with its good-for-you ingredients.
Party Snacks
Try this recipe at your child's next party. Double the ingredients or divide them in half, depending on the size of your celebration.

Servings: 8

Prep Time: 15 min.

Cook Time: 25 min.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups separated and dried pumpkin seeds (from your jack-o'-lantern)
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 2 tbsp. sugar
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp. cumin
  • 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
Tip: Choose sweet (sugar and cinnamon) or savory ingredients (cumin and salt), or try a sweet and salty mix.

Directions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F.

  2. Step 4

    In a bowl, toss the seeds with the butter and either the savory or sweet seasonings.

  3. Step 5

    Spread the seeds evenly in one layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 25 minutes, stirring the seeds every few minutes.

  4. Step 6

    Remove from the oven and cool completely. Taste the seeds and re-season if desired.

Nurtition Facts

  • Calories: 88
  • Total Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 2mg
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Total Carbs: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
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