Candied Pumpkin Seeds: Discover the Sweet Secret Today!
Candied Pumpkin Seeds are a delicious and sweet snack made from roasted pumpkin seeds coated in a sugary glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, vanilla extract, and salt. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the pumpkin seeds to the saucepan and stir to coat them evenly.
- Spread the coated seeds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the seeds are golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Feel free to add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor.
- Make sure to stir the seeds while baking to prevent burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Candied Pumpkin Seeds, Sweet Snack, Roasted Pumpkin Seeds