Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds
These crispy air fryer pumpkin seeds are the ultimate fall snack—healthy, flavorful, and quick to make. Perfect for using up pumpkin carving leftovers and customizable with endless seasoning options.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Air Fryer Snacks
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh pumpkin seeds
- 2 teaspoons avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Remove 2 cups of pumpkin seeds from a fresh pumpkin and place them in a colander.
- Rinse thoroughly under cold water, removing all pulp, then press dry with towels.
- Add seeds to a mixing bowl. Drizzle with avocado oil and sprinkle with garlic salt and smoked paprika.
- Stir to evenly coat the seeds with the seasoning.
- Place the seeds in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry at 350°F for 30 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes.
- Check for doneness—seeds should be golden and crispy. Add 3–5 extra minutes if needed.
- Let seeds cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Ensure seeds are fully dry before air frying to achieve maximum crispiness.
- Customize with your favorite spice blends like taco, Cajun, or cinnamon sugar.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Refrigerate or freeze for longer storage—up to 2-3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 166
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 402mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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