Pumpkin Spice Crunchy Seeds (Printer-Friendly)

Sweet and crunchy pumpkin seeds coated with cozy spices, ideal for a flavorful snack.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Sweetener and Spices

01 - 3 tablespoons granulated erythritol
02 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
03 - ⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
04 - ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
05 - ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
07 - ⅛ teaspoon salt (optional; omit if using salted roasted pumpkin seeds)
08 - 1 tablespoon water

→ Seeds

09 - 1 cup roasted pumpkin seeds

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Cut a large sheet of aluminum foil and lay it flat on the countertop.
02 - In a small bowl, thoroughly mix granulated erythritol, cinnamon, allspice, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Incorporate water until a smooth paste forms.
03 - Place the roasted pumpkin seeds in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Stir frequently for 20 to 30 seconds until warmed through.
04 - Reduce heat to low and add the spice paste to the skillet. Continuously stir with a spatula until all pumpkin seeds are evenly coated.
05 - Transfer the coated seeds to the prepared foil and spread them into a thin, even layer. Allow to cool at room temperature until the coating hardens and becomes crunchy, approximately 2 hours for optimal texture.

# Additional Suggestions:

01 - For best results, use store-bought roasted pumpkin seeds to save time. Homemade roasted seeds require rinsing, drying, and baking at 300°F for 30 to 45 minutes before use.
02 - Granulated sugar or brown sugar can substitute erythritol if preferred.
03 - Pumpkin spice blend (1⅛ teaspoons) may replace the combination of cinnamon, allspice, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
04 - Coating hardens sufficiently after 10-15 minutes, but texture improves after 2 hours.
05 - Store cooled seeds in an airtight container for at least two weeks.