Turkey Free Pumpkin Seed Brittle with Honey & Cinnamon
Crunchy, golden, and warmly spiced, this seed brittle is the kind of snack that disappears faster than you'd expect. Raw pumpkin seeds get coated in a honey and coconut oil caramel spiked with cinnamon, ginger, and a whisper of turmeric, then spread thin and left to harden into satisfying, shatteringly crisp pieces. The whole thing is completely free of poultry and meat in any form, making it a safe and crowd-pleasing option for gatherings where dietary needs vary. Reaching the hard-crack stage at 300°F is the key step here — it's what transforms the honey mixture from sticky syrup into a proper brittle with that irresistible snap. A candy thermometer takes the guesswork out of it, and once you pull the pan off the heat, the process moves fast, so having everything measured and ready before you start is genuinely important. Break it into rustic, jagged pieces and you've got a snack that looks impressive, tastes like a specialty confection, and comes together with just a handful of pantry staples.
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8 servings
- 1 ½ cups raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 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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