Brazil Nut Free Pumpkin Seed Brittle with Honey & Cinnamon

Total time45 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time15 min

Brazil Nut Free Pumpkin Seed Brittle with Honey & Cinnamon

Crunchy, golden, and warmly spiced, this pumpkin seed brittle hits that perfect sweet-salty note that makes it impossible to stop at just one piece. The honey caramelizes to a satisfying hard-crack snap while cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric give every shard a cozy, almost chai-like depth. Coconut oil keeps the whole thing dairy-free and helps the brittle set with a clean, glossy finish. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies or simply avoiding Brazil nuts, this recipe is a genuinely safe and delicious alternative to the mixed-nut brittles that tend to dominate the candy aisle. Pepitas are the star here — toasty, protein-packed, and completely free from the cross-contamination concerns that come with so many store-bought confections. The process moves fast once the honey hits temperature, so having everything measured and ready before you start is the real secret to pulling it off perfectly. Break it into rustic shards and serve it as a snack, a dessert, or a surprisingly impressive homemade gift.

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Ingredients

8 servings

1 ½ cups raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
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½ cup honey
2 tbsp coconut oil
¼ tsp fine sea salt
½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground ginger
⅛ tsp ground turmeric
¼ tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

1
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set it near the stove. Measure out the pumpkin seeds and spices before you begin — the honey mixture moves quickly once it reaches temperature.
2
Combine the honey and coconut oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the coconut oil melts and the mixture is smooth, about 2 minutes.

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