Roasted Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Seeds

Posted Oct 27, 2016, Updated Jul 13, 2024

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Save your pumpkin seeds to make these roasted cinnamon sugar pumpkin seeds. They are irresistibly delicious – the perfect sweet and salty fall snack!

front view of cinnamon sugar pumpkin seeds in an orange storage bag

Do you love carving pumpkins in the fall? We definitely do, and we have 6 kids so that always means lots of pumpkin seeds. They love helping me separate the seeds from the pulp, just so we can make these cinnamon sugar pumpkin seeds.

I know it’s a lot of work, but trust me when I tell you that taking the time to save the seeds to make roasted pumpkin seeds is so worth it.

Especially if you decide to make this roasted cinnamon sugar pumpkin seeds recipe. It’s easy to make with only has 6 ingredients, is super easy to make, and results is the perfect sweet and salty fall snack!

Overhead view of a spoon scooping Homemade Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Seeds out of a baking pan

Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Seeds: Substitutions

This recipe is delicious as-is! But If you are looking to make some substitutions here are a few that have passed the test:

overhead photo of the labeled ingredients in this Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Seeds recipe

Coconut oil: Butter and vegan butter (like Earth Balance) are delicious substitutions for the coconut oil.
Granulated sugar: I use raw, organic sugar in this recipe. But you can choose your favorite granulated sugar and use it with great results! You can also use coconut sugar for a paleo version.

That’s it! There are only 6 ingredients in this recipe for Homemade Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Seeds and I don’t recommend substituting any other ingredients!

up close front view of Homemade Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Seeds in a small bag

How to Make Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Seeds

Let’s walk through this recipe step by step.

Dry the Seeds

The key to making excellent Homemade Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Seeds is letting them completely dry before roasting! To do this, remove the seeds from the pumpkins and rinse thoroughly. Make sure there are no stringy orange guts left!

Let the seeds drain, and line a large baking sheet with paper towels. Spread the seeds on the baking sheet in one, even layer and let sit for 24 hours. At the 12 hour mark, change the damp paper towels for dry ones and stir every now and then.

overhead view of pumpkin seeds drying in a baking pan on a paper towel

Make the Cinnamon Pumpkin Seeds

Begin by combining the dry ingredients in a small bowl.

making Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Seeds - dry ingredients in a bowl before mixing

making Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Seeds - dry ingredients in a bowl after mixing

Once the seeds are completely dry, you are ready to make these roasted pumpkin seeds! Simply melt the butter in a microwave safe dish. Mix in vanilla and stir the mixture into the pumpkin seeds, making sure the seeds are evenly coated with the mixture.

Then, add the dry mixture to the coated pumpkin seeds and stir to coat.

overhead view of dried pumpkin seeds in a bowl coated with butter before adding cinnamon sugar

Next, spread the cinnamon sugar pumpkin seeds out on a large baking sheet in a single layer and bake.

A little helpful tip, be very careful not to over-bake these cinnamon sugar pumpkin seeds! When they start to brown ever-so-slightly they are done.

overhead view of cinnamon sugar pumpkin seeds in a baking pan before being roasted

Test for Doneness

by taking out 3 or 4 seeds and letting them come to room temperature. If the roasted pumpkin seeds become nice and crispy then your seeds are done baking! If they remain soft, toss them back on the pan and bake a touch longer!

How to re-crisp roasted pumpkin seeds

If your seeds become soft after a day or two…simply reheat them at 250 in the oven for 5-10 minutes! When you remove them and they cool completely they will perfectly crisp up like they were freshly made that day!

overhead view of cinnamon sugar pumpkin seeds in a baking pan after being roasted

Store

Store these pumpkin seeds in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Overhead view of Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Seeds in a small bag with more roasted pumpkin seeds in the background

Cinnamon Sugar Roasted Pumpkin Seeds FAQs

Are roasted pumpkin seeds a healthy snack?

Yes! They are a high-protein, high-fiber snack!

Should I dry my pumpkin seeds before roasting?

Yes, drying the pumpkin seeds is imperative for crispy roasted pumpkin seeds that do not get soggy.

Can I halve or double the recipe?

Yes to both! You can easily scale this recipe as needed.

overhead view of roasted pumpkin seeds with cinnamon sgar

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