Ingredients:

  • 2 cups (240g) shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) maple syrup, preferably Grade A dark amber
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a little heat)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C, Gas Mark 3).
  2. In the mixing bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, olive oil, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add the pumpkin seeds to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the spice mixture.
  4. Spread the seasoned pumpkin seeds in a single layer on the baking sheet lined with parchment paper (if using). Avoid overcrowding.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the seeds are lightly toasted and fragrant. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  6. Remove from the oven and let the pumpkin seeds cool completely on the baking sheet. They will crisp up as they cool.
  7. Once cooled, enjoy these delicious Spiced Maple Roasted Pumpkin Seeds!