Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

Turn your pumpkin carving leftovers into the ultimate fall snack! These Toasted Pumpkin Seeds are golden, crispy, and perfectly seasoned. Ready in just 20 minutes!

Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

It's jack-o-lantern carving month! But don't toss out those pumpkin seeds!  You can use them to make a delicious and easy snack! Toasted pumpkin seeds are one of our favorite parts about Halloween!

Every fall, after carving pumpkins with the kids, we make a big batch of these Toasted Pumpkin Seeds. They’re golden, salty, and perfectly crunchy — the reward for all that pumpkin scooping! It’s the easiest way to turn pumpkin carving into a cozy family tradition and a delicious seasonal snack.

With just a little oil, salt, and oven time, you can turn them into crisp, golden Toasted Pumpkin Seeds. These are the ultimate fall snack. Crunchy, salty, and healthy too! Plus, so easy to make! Roast them in the oven for a quick, healthy treat you can enjoy straight from the pan or sprinkled over soups and salads.

Flavor Variations

• Cinnamon Sugar: Toss roasted seeds with melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon for a sweet snack.
• Garlic Parmesan: Add garlic powder and grated Parmesan cheese before roasting.
• Spicy: Sprinkle with chili powder, cayenne, or smoked paprika before baking.
• Everything Bagel: Coat with olive oil and toss with Everything Bagel seasoning for a savory twist.

Recipe Tips

• Dry the seeds well: The drier the seeds, the crispier they’ll get. Pat them with paper towels before roasting.
• Adjust roasting time: Smaller seeds may toast faster; keep an eye on them to avoid burning.
• Use butter for extra flavor: For a richer, nutty flavor, swap olive oil for melted butter before roasting. In my experience, the butter will yield slightly more browned pumpkin seeds as well.

What to Serve With Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

These crunchy seeds make the perfect fall snack or salad topper! Try sprinkling them over:

• Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
• Fall Harvest Salad with fresh fall ingredients like diced apple or pear.
• Pumpkin Bread or Muffins for a sweet-salty combo

More Fall Treat Recipes You'll Love

• Peanut Butter Candy Corn Cookies - Soft, chewy peanut butter cookies loaded with candy corn for the perfect sweet-and-salty fall treat.
• Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels - Crunchy, buttery pretzels coated in sweet cinnamon sugar. An easy, cozy snack everyone loves.
• Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies - Thick, soft pumpkin cookies with melty chocolate chips and warm fall spices in every bite.
• Spiderweb Cupcakes - Festive chocolate cupcakes topped with silky frosting and spooky spiderweb designs. Perfect for Halloween!
• Butterfinger Cookies - Chewy peanut butter cookies packed with crushed Butterfinger candy for a rich, chocolatey crunch.

Toasted Pumpkin Seeds Video

UPDATE INFO: This recipe was originally published in October 2014. It has been updated with new pictures, tips, and video and republished in October 2025.