Crispy Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds with Sea Salt: Easy Party Snack
These air fryer pumpkin seeds are ridiculously crispy, perfectly seasoned, and ready in under 20 minutes. Skip the boiling and get the ultimate crunchy snack that’s perfect for parties, game nights, or a late-night craving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (120g) fresh pumpkin seeds
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt, plus more for finishing
- Optional: smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Clean the seeds: Separate seeds from pumpkin guts, rinse in a fine-mesh strainer under cool water, and pat very dry with paper towels. Let air-dry for a few minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes.
- Season the seeds: In a large bowl, toss dried seeds with olive oil and 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt until evenly coated. Add optional seasonings if desired.
- Air fry the seeds: Spread seeds in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes, shake, then cook for another 5-7 minutes until golden brown and rattling.
- Cool and season again: Pour hot seeds onto a plate and let cool completely (about 5 minutes). Sprinkle with extra flaky sea salt while still warm.
- Serve and enjoy: Transfer to a serving bowl. Serve at room temperature.
Notes
Dry seeds thoroughly for best crispiness. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed. Seeds continue to crisp as they cool. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Reheat at 300°F (150°C) for 2-3 minutes to restore crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (30g)
- Calories: 180
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 9
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