Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds
Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds are addictive in the best way possible! Featuring a perfectly golden and crispy exterior, thanks to the air fryer.
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds
- 1/2 tablespoon avocado oil or extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 320°F.
- Season the Seeds: In a small mixing bowl, drizzle the oil over the pumpkin seeds. Sprinkle with salt and toss with a spoon until evenly coated.
- Arrange in Basket: Line the air fryer basket with a piece of parchment paper. Spread the seasoned pumpkin seeds in a single, even layer.
- Air Fry: Cook for 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to ensure even browning.
- Cool and Enjoy: Remove from the air fryer and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Using Fresh Pumpkin Seeds: If you're scooping these straight from a pumpkin, rinse them well and pat them completely dry with paper towels before seasoning. Moisture = mushy.
Stir Don’t Shake: I stirred the seeds with a spoon every 5 minutes (don’t just shake the basket!). Flipping them helps get that perfect, even crisp on every seed.
Watch Closely at the End: Pumpkin seeds can go from golden and toasty to burnt in seconds. Keep an eye on them during the last few minutes.
Seed Size Matters: Larger seeds (like those scooped from carving pumpkins) may take longer. Adjust time as needed based on size and your specific air fryer.
Oil Options: You can use any light oil — avocado, extra virgin olive oil, canola, corn, even vegetable oil. Choose what you love!
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 105cal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 292mg | Sugar: 0.2g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg