Pumpkin Seed Brittle
Oct 26, 2025 01:51 AM
This pumpkin seed brittle is a festive twist on the classic candy. Made with roasted pepitas, maple syrup, and warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove, it’s crunchy, sweet, and perfect for gifting.
I’ve always had a soft spot for brittle. My parents never really made it at home, but I have such fond memories of walking past candy stores at the mall during the holidays and smelling all those freshly roasted and candied nuts for sale. Peanut brittle was always my personal favorite, so I decided to create a holiday version using pumpkin seeds (pepitas) instead.
Pepitas have always been a staple in Mexican cooking. You’ll find them in mole, sprinkled over sauces, or just roasted with a little spice as a snack. So it only felt right to work them into one of my favorite holiday treats.
I love how the buttery, slightly earthy flavor of pepitas pairs with the warm holiday spices – cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves – for something that feels festive and just a little more special than the traditional peanut version. This recipe really brings together the best of both worlds: a beloved Mexican ingredient and a classic holiday candy.
It’s become one of my go-to treats for the season, and honestly? Once you start breaking off little pieces, it’s hard to stop.
Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 ½ cups roasted unsalted pepitas
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- Flaky sea salt, for topping
Prep Time:
5 minutes
Cook Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
140 minutes
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