Best 8 Sugar And Spice Pepitas Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Welcome to a delectable journey into the world of sweet and spicy pepitas! These delectable pumpkin seeds, also known as pepitas, are transformed into a symphony of flavors with a hint of heat that will tantalize your taste buds. Our collection of recipes offers a diverse range of culinary creations, catering to various preferences and dietary needs. From classic roasted pepitas to innovative sweet and spicy variations, each recipe promises a unique taste experience.

Embark on a culinary adventure as you explore our recipes, ranging from the classic Roasted Pepitas with their nutty flavor and a touch of salt to the tantalizing Sweet and Spicy Pepitas glazed with a luscious honey-chili mixture. For those with a sweet tooth, the Candied Pepitas coated in a delectable sugar syrup will satisfy your cravings. For a healthier alternative, the Roasted Pepitas with Olive Oil and Herbs offer a burst of flavor without compromising well-being.

Our recipes cater to various dietary preferences as well. The Vegan Pepitas Granola provides a nutritious and protein-packed start to your day, while the Gluten-Free Pepitas Cookies offer a delightful treat for those with gluten sensitivities. And for a savory twist, the Pepitas Guacamole adds a crunchy texture and a nutty flavor to your favorite avocado dip.

With these recipes, you'll discover the versatility of pepitas as they transform from simple seeds into culinary delights. Indulge in their sweet and spicy charm, enjoy their nutritional benefits, and let your taste buds embark on an unforgettable journey.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED SPICE PEPITAS



Roasted Spice Pepitas image

Provided by Carey

Categories     Snack

Time 31m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups organic Pepitas (pumpkin kernels)
1 egg white, whole (beaten until frothy)
2 tablespoons THM Gentle Sweet
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon THM Himalayan High Mineral Salt
Coconut Oil Spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 15x10x1 inch baking sheet with refined coconut oil spray.
  • Beat egg white with whisk until frothy in a medium mixing bowl. Add THM Gentle Sweet, cinnamon and salt and whisk until blended. Mix in the pumpkin kernels (Pepitas). Stir until all are coated.
  • Spread Pepitas in a single layer on baking sheet.
  • Bake until pepitas are golden brown and dry, stirring occasionally. 15-20 minutes. Remove from oven. Separate pepitas with a fork while still warn. Cool completely and store in a tightly sealed glass container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 Fat

SUGAR AND SPICE PEPITAS



Sugar and Spice Pepitas image

Categories     Appetizer     Bake     Cocktail Party     Quick & Easy     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

Nonstick vegetable oil spray
2 cups shelled pepitas
1/3 cup sugar
1 large egg white, beaten until frothy
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray baking sheet with nonstick spray. Mix pepitas and next 6 ingredients in medium bowl. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, depending on spiciness desired. Spread pepitas in single layer on baking sheet.
  • Bake until pepitas are golden and dry, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven. Seperate petpitas with fork while still warm. Cool.

SWEET AND SPICY PEPITAS POPCORN BALLS



Sweet and Spicy Pepitas Popcorn Balls image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 40m

Yield 20 balls

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 (3.5-ounce) bags natural microwave popcorn
2 cups pepitas (hulled pumpkin seeds)
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus more for forming
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Pop the popcorn according to package instructions. While hot, carefully open package and dump into a large bowl.
  • Toast the pumpkin seeds in a large skillet over medium-high heat, until browned and popping, tossing and stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes. (Do this in batches, if needed.) Add to the popcorn.
  • Make caramel: Warm the cream over low heat and keep warm while you cook the sugar. Put the sugar and corn syrup and in a deep, heavy-bottomed large saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves. Stop stirring, raise heat to medium-high, and simmer until the sugar reaches the hard crack stage, or 305 degrees F on a candy thermometer, about 7 minutes.
  • Whisk the butter and salt into the sugar mixture. Gradually pour in the cream and vanilla taking care since the mixture will bubble up. Reduce the heat to medium and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar reaches soft ball stage, 240 degrees F on the thermometer, about 5 minutes more. Immediately remove from the heat and stir in the cinnamon and cayenne. Cool for about a minute. Pour caramel over the popcorn and stir to evenly coat.
  • When the popcorn is cool enough to handle, coat your hands with some butter and shape into 4-inch balls. Wrap in waxed paper and tie with a string, if desired. Serve or store covered at room temperature for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calorie, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 19 milligrams, Sodium 113 milligrams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 17 grams

SWEET AND SALTY PEPITAS



Sweet and Salty Pepitas image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Time 40m

Yield 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

Vegetable oil, for the baking sheet
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 1/2 cups fresh pumpkin seeds (pepitas), cleaned of any large chunks of pumpkin, but some pulp is okay
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and lightly oil the foil.
  • Melt the butter in a saute pan over medium heat. Add the pepitas, toss to coat in the butter and then add the sugar, cinnamon, ginger, allspice, cloves and 1 teaspoon salt. Spread the pepitas on the prepared baking sheet in 1 layer and bake, stirring once or twice, until golden brown all over, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool completely.

SUGAR AND SPICE PEPITAS



Sugar and Spice Pepitas image

Great munchies for a party, or just to keep around to snack on or sprinkle over a salad. Don't think of pumpkin seeds just as a Halloween treat--they taste delicious and have many health benefits as well. Adjust the cayenne to suit your own taste and heat tolerance (I used the full amount and next time will probably add more). Adapted from Bon Appetit.

Provided by GaylaJ

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups pepitas (green hulled pumpkin seeds)
1/3 cup sugar
1 large egg white, beaten until frothy
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and spray baking sheet with nonstick spray (or line with parchment paper or nonstick foil).
  • Mix all ingredients and spread in single layer on baking sheet.
  • Bake until pepitas are golden and dry, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes (I baked for around 20 minutes, stirring about every 5).
  • Remove from oven and separate pepitas with fork while still warm; cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.1, Fat 16, SaturatedFat 3, Sodium 168.1, Carbohydrate 15.3, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 8.8, Protein 9.1

SPICED PEPITAS AND PECANS



Spiced Pepitas and Pecans image

Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Time 1h

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large egg whites
1 tablespoon water
1/2 cup lightly packed light brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Pinch of cayenne pepper
2 cups raw pepitas (shelled pumpkin seeds)
2 cups shelled pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, beat the egg whites and water until frothy. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, cinnamon, allspice, cumin, salt and cayenne. Stir the sugar mixture into the egg whites, then add the pepitas and pecans. Toss until the nuts are completely coated.
  • Evenly spread the nuts on the prepared baking sheet. Bake 20 to 30 minutes, until crispy. Let cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

SPICY PEPITAS



Spicy Pepitas image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

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



Spiced Pepitas image

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

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.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of pepitas. There are many different types of pepitas available, each with its own unique flavor and texture. Experiment with different types to find your favorite.
  • Toast the pepitas before using them. Toasting pepitas brings out their flavor and makes them more crunchy. You can toast them in a pan over medium heat or in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-7 minutes.
  • Add sugar and spice to taste. The amount of sugar and spice you add to your pepitas is up to you. Start with a small amount and adjust to taste. You can also add other seasonings, such as salt, pepper, or garlic powder.
  • Use pepitas as a topping or snack. Pepitas can be used as a topping for salads, yogurt, or oatmeal. They can also be enjoyed as a snack on their own.

Conclusion:

Sugar and spice pepitas are a delicious and versatile snack or topping. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying snack, give sugar and spice pepitas a try.

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

    #30-minutes-or-less     #time-to-make     #course     #main-ingredient     #cuisine     #preparation     #occasion     #north-american     #appetizers     #lunch     #snacks     #mexican     #easy     #beginner-cook     #finger-food     #holiday-event     #dietary     #gifts     #thanksgiving     #halloween     #high-protein     #high-in-something     #superbowl     #presentation

Related Topics