Golden Crunch Pumpkin Seed Honey Candy 🎃🍯

Pumpkin Seed Candy Recipe 🎃🍬

Description: Indulge in the sweet crunch of homemade Pumpkin Seed Candy, a delightful treat perfect for sharing with loved ones or savoring all to yourself. With just a handful of ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create these irresistible candies that are sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a special treat for dessert!

• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 30 pieces

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2/3 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pumpkin Seeds: Begin by heating a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pumpkin seeds (pepitas) and toast them, stirring constantly until they start to pop and become slightly golden. This should take about 3 minutes. Once toasted, transfer the seeds to a bowl to cool while you prepare the candy mixture.

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2. Prepare the Candy Mixture: In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and honey. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring continuously to ensure the sugar is fully dissolved. This should take approximately 3 minutes.

3. Cook the Candy: Once the sugar and honey mixture is boiling, add the toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas) to the saucepan. Continue cooking the mixture, stirring constantly until it reaches a temperature of 285°F (140°C) on a candy thermometer. This step should take around 3 to 4 minutes.

4. Incorporate the Butter: Once the candy mixture reaches the desired temperature, remove it from the heat. Stir in the unsalted butter until it’s fully incorporated into the mixture. Let the mixture cool slightly until it reaches a temperature of 240°F (115°C), which should take about 4 minutes.

5. Prepare the Cups: While the candy mixture is cooling, prepare your candy cups. Brush the inside of fifteen 1-inch-diameter black paper cups with melted butter, making sure to reserve 1 tablespoon for later use.

6. Fill the Cups: Spoon a scant tablespoon of the cooled honey mixture into each prepared cup, distributing it evenly among them.

7. Prepare Work Surface: Brush a clean work surface with the remaining melted butter. Spoon the remaining honey mixture onto the buttered surface, allowing it to continue cooling.

8. Cut and Wrap the Candy: Once the remaining candy mixture has stiffened and cooled enough to handle (approximately 6 minutes), use a greased knife to cut it into 3/4-inch pieces. Wrap each piece individually in cellophane for storage and serving.

Enjoy the delightful crunch and sweetness of these homemade Pumpkin Seed Candies, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth cravings or sharing with friends and family during special occasions or as a tasty dessert treat any day of the week! 🎃🍬