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Easy Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds – Best Crispy Snack in 15 Minutes

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These air fryer pumpkin seeds are crunchy, salty, and perfectly spiced, ready in just 15 minutes. A simple, healthy snack that’s perfect for fall and made with pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh pumpkin seeds (cleaned and dried)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional, for sweet version)

Instructions

  1. Clean the seeds: Separate pumpkin seeds from stringy pulp. Rinse in a colander under cold water, removing any remaining pumpkin flesh.
  2. Dry the seeds thoroughly: Spread rinsed seeds on a clean kitchen towel and pat very dry. Let air-dry for 10 minutes if possible.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes.
  4. Season the seeds: In a medium bowl, combine dried seeds, olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Toss until every seed is coated. For sweet version, add brown sugar now.
  5. Arrange seeds in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd; cook in batches if needed.
  6. Air fry at 350°F for 5 minutes. You’ll hear sizzling and popping as moisture evaporates.
  7. Shake the basket gently to redistribute seeds. They should be starting to turn golden.
  8. Continue air frying for 3-5 more minutes, checking at the 3-minute mark. Seeds are done when golden brown and rattling in the basket.
  9. Transfer hot seeds to a plate or baking sheet in a single layer. Cool completely for at least 10 minutes (they get crunchier as they cool).
  10. Taste a cooled seed and add a pinch more salt if desired.

Notes

Dry seeds thoroughly for best crispiness. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Cooking time may vary by air fryer model; start checking at 5 minutes. Seeds continue to crisp as they cool. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Re-crisp at 300°F for 2-3 minutes if needed.

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