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Ground pumpkin seeds for dogs in a bowl.
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Ground Pumpkin Seeds for Dogs

Turn fresh pumpkin seeds into pumpkin seed powder that's easy to sprinkle over your dog's food or add to homemade treats.
Course Dog Treats
Cuisine Pet
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 48
Calories 7kcal
Author Renee Dobbs

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh pumpkin seeds

Instructions

  • Cut the pumpkin down the center, stem to bottom. Remove seeds.
  • Rinse the seeds in a colander and remove strings.
  • Spread the seeds out in a single layer on paper towels. Lay paper towels on top to dry them completely.

Oven

  • Preheat oven to 320°F.
  • Place the seeds in a single layer on a baking sheet covered with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Air Fryer

  • Place the seeds in a single layer on the air fryer tray or in the basket.
  • Air fry at 320°F for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.

Grinding

  • Allow the seeds to cool completely to room temperature.
  • Place the seeds in a food processor, high-powered blender, or coffee grinder.
  • Grind until the seeds become a powder.
  • Place the powder in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator. It will last up to 3 months.

Notes

This recipe makes about 1 cup of pumpkin seed powder (48 teaspoons).

Nutrition

Serving: 1teaspoon | Calories: 7kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.1g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 0.1mg | Potassium: 11mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.02g | Vitamin A: 0.2IU | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.1mg