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Cozy Roasted Garlic Parmesan Pumpkin Seeds: Best Easy Snack

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These crunchy, savory roasted garlic parmesan pumpkin seeds are the perfect cozy snack. Made with simple ingredients and ready in about 35 minutes, they are a crowd-pleaser that will make your kitchen smell like a cozy Italian restaurant.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups fresh pumpkin seeds (from a medium sugar or carving pumpkin)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt (or to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Separate the seeds from the pumpkin pulp. Scoop seeds and stringy insides into a large bowl, fill with cold water, and use your hands to separate seeds from pulp. Seeds will float to the top.
  3. Rinse the seeds in a colander under cold water, then spread them on a clean kitchen towel and pat dry thoroughly.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine melted butter, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne (if using). Whisk until well blended.
  5. Add the dried seeds to the bowl and stir until every seed is evenly coated.
  6. Spread the coated seeds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through (at the 10-minute mark).
  8. After 20 minutes, remove the pan from the oven and sprinkle the grated parmesan evenly over the seeds. Return to the oven and roast for another 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is melted, golden, and slightly crispy.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the seeds cool on the pan for at least 10 minutes. They will continue to crisp up as they cool.
  10. Once cooled, break apart the crispy, cheesy cluster and serve.

Notes

Dry the seeds thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Watch the parmesan closely during the last few minutes to prevent burning. For extra crunch, let seeds cool completely and store in an airtight container at room temperature.

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