How long can you roast pumpkin seeds in an air fryer?

About 10 minutes at 360°F. Flip halfway and check at the 8-minute mark to avoid burning.

Are pumpkin seeds better in the oven or air fryer?

Both work well, but the air fryer is quicker and gives a crispier finish with less oil.

What to do with pumpkin seeds in an air fryer?

Toss them with oil and your favorite seasoning, then air fry until crunchy. You can eat them as-is or use them as toppings.

How long do you air fry pumpkins for?

If you're air frying pumpkin flesh (for puree or cubes), cook at 375°F for about 18–22 minutes, depending on the size of your pieces.

Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds – Crispy & Easy Fall Snack

Name: Crispy Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds (5 Flavor Variations)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup pumpkin seeds in shell; 1/2 teaspoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons buffalo sauce; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Pinch of salt; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Description

These crispy air fryer pumpkin seeds are the perfect fall snack. Quick, crunchy, and packed with flavor—choose from 5 easy seasoning variations!

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup pumpkin seeds in shell

1/2 teaspoon olive oil

Buffalo Seasoning:

2 tablespoons buffalo sauce

1/4 teaspoon pepper

Ranch Seasoning:

2 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning

1/4 teaspoon pepper

BBQ Seasoning:

2 tablespoons barbecue sauce

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

Cinnamon Sugar Seasoning:

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Pinch of salt

Salt and Pepper Seasoning:

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

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Instructions

1. Cut open a pumpkin and scoop contents into a large bowl.

2. Fill the bowl with water and let the seeds float to the top. Scoop them out with a slotted spoon into a colander.

3. Rinse seeds under cold water to remove any remaining pumpkin.

4. Optional: Boil seeds in 4 quarts of salted water for 10 minutes or soak overnight in salted water.

5. Dry seeds thoroughly with a towel or air dry overnight.

6. Toss 1 cup of dry seeds with 1/2 teaspoon olive oil in a bowl.

7. Add your chosen seasoning and mix well.

8. Air fry at 360°F for 10 minutes, shaking or flipping halfway.

9. Let cool before eating.

Notes

You can eat pumpkin seeds with or without the shell.

Be sure to dry seeds completely before air frying for best crunch.

Store in an airtight container at room temp for up to 2 weeks or freeze for 3 months.

Try other seasonings like lemon pepper, cayenne, or pumpkin pie spice!

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: Pumpkin Recipes
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Calories: 94
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 146mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg