Dancing Pepitas Toasted Pumpkin Seeds Recipe

These light-as-air toasted pumpkin seeds, inspired by a family recipe, are incredibly versatile and easy to make! Perfect as a healthy snack, party appetizer, or Halloween treat (they do resemble tiny crunchy critters!), these pepitas can be customized with your favorite seasonings. Get ready to dance with flavor!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 4 mins
Calories 412 kcal
Protein 40g
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Ingredients for Dancing Pepitas Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

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How to Make Dancing Pepitas Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spread the pumpkin seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  3. Lightly drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
  4. Add cayenne pepper (optional, for a spicy kick) and any other desired seasonings.
  5. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  6. Bake for 4 minutes, or until golden brown and fragrant, stirring halfway through.
  7. Let cool completely before serving or storing. Enjoy your dancing pepitas!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

31g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Dancing Pepitas Toasted Pumpkin Seeds?

Dancing Pepitas Toasted Pumpkin Seeds takes about 9 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 4 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Dancing Pepitas Toasted Pumpkin Seeds?

Dancing Pepitas Toasted Pumpkin Seeds has approximately 412 calories per serving, with about 40 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 56 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Dancing Pepitas Toasted Pumpkin Seeds?

The key ingredients for Dancing Pepitas Toasted Pumpkin Seeds are Oil, Garlic, Pepitas, Kosher Salt, Ground Cumin, Paprika. See the full list with measurements above.

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