Best 4 Pepita Spice Cookies Recipes

Calling all cookie enthusiasts! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with our delectable Pepita Spice Cookies. These delightful treats are a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors, featuring a chewy, soft texture and a symphony of warm spices. Each bite reveals a symphony of flavors, from the nutty crunch of pepitas to the aromatic embrace of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our two carefully curated recipes – one for a classic rolled cookie and the other for drop cookies – will guide you effortlessly towards cookie-baking success. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you and your loved ones utterly smitten.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SPICED PEPITAS

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These hulled pumpkin seeds are tossed with lime juice for zing and chili powder for spice (we like arbol for its extra kick), and then toasted into a crunchy-and addictive- appetizer or snack. Counter the heat by washing them down with a refreshing Mexican beer.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 cup pepitas (green hulled pumpkin seeds)
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder, preferably arbol
1 teaspoon sugar
Coarse salt

Steps:

Stir together pepitas, lime juice, chili powder, sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt.
Heat pepitas in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until toasted, about 4 minutes.

PUMPKIN SEEDS (PEPITAS) EIGHT WAYS

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The options are endless for roasted pumpkin seeds (peptitas). Here are 8 flavorful ways to enjoy these tasty little seeds.

Provided by Rachel Gurk

Categories Appetizers/Snacks

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 38

Ingredients

2 cups pepitas
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon of freshly ground pepper
2 cups pepitas
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 cups pepitas
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
2 cups pepitas
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
2 cups pepitas
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
2 cups pepitas
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
2 cups pepitas
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons Jamaican jerk seasoning, crumbled with your fingers
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
2 cups pepitas
1 tablespoon butter, melted
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons espresso powder

Steps:

Preheat oven to 300°F. Line cookie sheet with foil or parchment paper.
Combine all ingredients and spread in a single layer on prepared sheet pan.
Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Seeds should be golden and crunchy.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /4 cup, Calories 169 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 5 mg, Fiber 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 11 g

SPICY PEPITAS

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Provided by Food Network

Categories appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 cups Pepitas (raw hulled green pumpkin seeds)
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground Ancho chiles or chili powder
2 teaspoons lime juice teaspoon salt

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Toss all of the ingredients together in a bowl. Spread on a baking sheet and bake 5 minutes, or until lightly browned, shaking the pan once or twice. Serve.

SPICED PEPITAS

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Provided by Food Network

Time 17m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 cup pumpkin seeds*
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon Spanish sweet smoked paprika
1 pinch cayenne pepper
Sea salt

Steps:

Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F.
Line a large baking tray with parchment paper. Spread the pumpkin seeds out onto the tray and roast until the seeds are lightly toasted, about 12 minutes.
Add the toasted seeds to a large bowl along with the olive oil, and toss. Add the spices and toss again. Season the seed mixture with sea salt, to taste and serve.

Tips:

Use a food processor or blender to grind the pepitas into a fine powder. This will help distribute the flavor evenly throughout the cookies.
If you don't have a food processor or blender, you can also use a rolling pin to crush the pepitas. Just place them in a zip-top bag and roll over them until they are finely crushed.
To make the cookies extra chewy, use brown sugar instead of white sugar.
If you want the cookies to be crispy, bake them for a few minutes longer.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

These Pepita Spice Cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a unique and flavorful cookie recipe, give these Pepita Spice Cookies a try!