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Pumpkin SeedsNo. 1177 · The 2026 edition

17 Sweet + Savory Fall Pumpkin Seed Recipes

Transform your leftover pumpkin seeds into 17 delicious fall treats with these sweet and savory recipes.

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17 Sweet + Savory Fall Pumpkin Seed Recipes
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Explore a variety of ways to enjoy pumpkin seeds, from granola and pesto to chocolate-covered snacks and savory soups. These recipes highlight the versatility of pumpkin seeds, offering both sweet and savory options for any occasion.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Stir roasted seeds into your go-to granola blend or create a custom mix using dried fruit and assorted nuts.
  2. Roast the seeds using three distinct flavor profiles: a sweet and spicy blend, a fragrant curry mix, and a rich black tea and butter combination.
  3. Create a crunchy brittle by infusing the seeds with spices and caramelizing them until crisp.
  4. Replace traditional pine nuts with roasted pumpkin seeds in your standard pesto recipe for a nutty twist.
  5. Whip up a creamy pumpkin seed rice pudding, or simply stir the seeds into a pre-made version for added texture.
  6. Blend roasted almonds with pumpkin seeds to create a rich, homemade almond-pumpkin seed butter.
  7. Toss the seeds with a zesty chili lime seasoning, a pinch of cayenne pepper, and a splash of fresh lime juice before roasting.
  8. Fold the seeds into a banana-based batter to bake hearty breakfast muffins.
  9. Season the seeds with Italian herbs and fresh rosemary, then roast them to achieve an aromatic Italian-style snack.
  10. Combine gluten-free ingredients with pumpkin seeds to craft nutritious power bars.
  11. Coat the seeds in cinnamon and maple syrup, then roast them until they reach a sweet, caramelized finish.
  12. Roast chunks of sweet potatoes and carrots, then garnish the finished soup with a generous topping of toasted seeds.
  13. Melt chocolate and dip the roasted seeds halfway for a decadent treat.
  14. Combine toasted seeds with dried cranberries for a quick, naturally sweet snack.
  15. Toss the seeds in a mixture of honey and sriracha, then roast them until sticky and flavorful.
  16. Dice fresh jalapeños and cilantro, then stir them into mashed avocados along with the pumpkin seeds for a unique guacamole.
  17. Roast the seeds with salted caramel until they are coated and crisp.

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