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The Best Easy Kid-Approved Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Seeds

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A quick and easy air fryer recipe for crunchy, sweet cinnamon sugar pumpkin seeds that kids love. Perfect for fall snacking, Halloween parties, or a nostalgic treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh pumpkin seeds (from a medium pie pumpkin or sugar pumpkin—about 1 ½ cups of seeds before cleaning)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil/avocado oil for dairy-free)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or coconut sugar)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • Optional: ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C).
  2. Clean and dry the pumpkin seeds: rinse in a colander under cold water, remove pulp, and pat dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
  3. Melt the butter in a small microwave-safe bowl (15-20 seconds). If using vanilla extract, stir it into the melted butter and let cool slightly.
  4. Mix the cinnamon sugar: in a separate small bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir with a fork to break up clumps.
  5. Combine everything: place dried pumpkin seeds in a medium mixing bowl. Pour melted butter over seeds and toss to coat. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar mixture over seeds and toss until evenly coated.
  6. Spread the coated seeds in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd; cook in batches if necessary.
  7. Air fry at 320°F for 8 minutes, then shake the basket or stir. Cook for another 2-4 minutes until golden brown and fragrant. Seeds will continue to crisp as they cool.
  8. Transfer seeds to a plate or baking sheet in a single layer and cool completely for at least 10-15 minutes.
  9. Enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Notes

Dry seeds thoroughly to ensure crunchiness. Don’t skip the salt—it balances sweetness. Shake basket halfway through cooking. Let seeds cool completely for best crunch. Use fresh seeds for optimal flavor. Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model.

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