The Swarm (Candied Pumpkin Seeds)

Posted by Olga at the Cutting Board Forum 19 October 2008 03:23 pm

This snack is so addictive you may want to double the recipe for a crowd. The raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas) crisp up as they cool so don't be concerned if they seem soft when you pull them from the oven.

1 egg white
1/3 cup (75 mL) granulated sugar
1 tablespoon (15 mL) chili powder
1 teaspoon (5 mL) ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (2 mL) each salt and cayenne pepper
2 cups (500 mL) raw pepitas (green hulled pumpkin seeds)

Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper or grease; set aside.

In bowl, beat egg white until soft peaks form, about 1 minute; beat in sugar, chili powder, cinnamon, salt and cayenne. Fold in pepitas to coat; spread evenly on prepared pans.

Bake in top and bottom thirds of 350 degree F (180 degree C) oven, stirring once and rotating and switching pans halfway through, until puffed and slightly darkened, about 20 minutes. Let cool on pan on rack; break up clumps. (Make-ahead: Store in airtight container for up to 2 days.)

Makes 2 cups.

Source: Canadian Living Magazine: November 2006