This honey-roasted pumpkin is sweet, savory, and perfectly caramelized around the edges - probably the best way to cook pumpkin. It's ready in about 45 minutes from start to finish.
This honey-roasted pumpkin is the easiest and most delicious way to cook pumpkin. It's sweet, savory, and perfectly soft inside with crisp edges - a quick roasted pumpkin recipe you can serve as a side dish, mix into salads, or add to your fall meals.
In just about 45 minutes, this honey-spiced baked pumpkin is perfect for everything from a simple weeknight dinner to a festive holiday table.
Try more pumpkin recipes like Chorizo and Pumpkin Soup, Pumpkin Muffins with Streusel, or Philadelphia Pumpkin Cheesecake.
Prep Time:ย 15 minutes |ย Cook Time:ย 30 minutes |ย Ingredients:ย 8 + salt & pepperย |ย Servings:ย 4 |ย Difficulty:ย Easy
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Recipe ingredients
Pumpkin: Hokkaido pumpkin (red Kuri) is easiest since it doesn't need peeling, but you can also use butternut, sugar pumpkin, or any other flavorful squash. Just peel varieties with a tough skin before roasting. Make this Creamy Pumpkin and Sweet Potato, too.
Spices: I love the combination I use, but the honey-roasted pumpkin recipe is very flexible. Swap turmeric, cumin, and coriander for paprika, cinnamon, or dried herbs - whatever you like. Honey pairs well with both sweet and savory spices.
See the recipe card for complete information on ingredients and quantities.
Alternative spice mixtures
- 3-4 TBS olive oil + 2 tablespoons honey + 1 teaspoon dried thyme or oregano + ยฝ ts dried rosemary + 2 grated garlic cloves + salt and pepper to taste
- 3-4 TBS olive oil + 2 tablespoons honey + 1 teaspoon smoked paprika + ยฝ teaspoon ground cumin + ยผ teaspoon chili flakes + 1 grated garlic clove + salt and pepper to taste.
- 3-4 TBS olive oil + 2 tablespoons honey + 1 teaspoon grated orange zest + ยฝ teaspoon ground cinnamon + ยผ teaspoon ground nutmeg + 1 grated garlic clove + salt and pepper to taste.
How to make honey-roasted pumpkin?
Step #1: Halve the pumpkin, remove the seeds, and cut into ยฝ-inch (1.5 cm) wedges.
Step #2: Whisk oil, honey, and spices in a small bowl (or directly in the large bowl before adding the pumpkin).
Step #3: Toss the pumpkin slices with the honey mixture (hands work best).
Step #4: Arrange the slices on the lined baking sheet.
Step #5: Roast for 25-30 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized around the edges.
Step #6: Serve the honey-roasted pumpkin as it is or sprinkled with feta, roasted pepitas, and drizzled with a little bit more honey.
Tip
Cutting the pumpkin safely: Use a sharp knife and a stable cutting board. Cut off the top and bottom so it sits flat, then carefully halve it. Scoop out the seeds and strings with a spoon, and slice into even wedges about ยฝ inch thick. Taking your time and working on a steady surface makes it much easier and safer.
Recipe FAQs
Yes. Just note that smaller pieces (cubes) will cook faster and may crisp more, while larger wedges (quarters) take a bit longer to become tender.
Make sure the pumpkin wedges aren't crowded on the baking sheet, and roast at a high temperature (400ยฐF/200ยฐC).
Definitely. Just swap the honey for maple syrup or agave nectar.
Store and reheat
Refrigerate: Keep the honey-roasted pumpkin in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes, or enjoy cold in salads. You can use it to make this delicious Pumpkin and Feta Pizza or this Pumpkin Couscous Salad.
Make ahead: Roast the pumpkin, then store it in the fridge. You can reheat it or use it straight from the fridge in salads, bowls, or pasta dishes.
Serving suggestions
Enjoy your honey-roasted pumpkin straight from the oven as a simple side, or let it cool and toss it into salads, grain bowls, or pasta. It's also delicious with a yogurt or tahini dip, Cottage Cheese Dip, alongside roasted meats, or even added to risotto or pasta.
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๐ Recipe
Easy Honey-Roasted Pumpkin Recipe
Equipment
- Baking sheet
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pumpkin Note 1
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- ยฝ teaspoon turmeric Notes 2,3
- ยฝ teaspoon coriander
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ยผ teaspoon red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to taste
- ยฝ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ยผ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the pumpkin: If using a pumpkin other than Hokkaido (Red Kuri), peel it first. Halve the pumpkin, scoop out the seeds and stringy parts with a spoon, then cut it into ยฝ-inch (1.5 cm) thick wedges.2 lbs pumpkin
- Prepare the honey mixture: Whisk together olive oil, honey, garlic, and all the spices. You can also do this directly in the large bowl where you will place the wedges later.2 tablespoons honey + 3 tablespoons olive oil + 2 garlic cloves + ยฝ teaspoon turmeric + ยฝ teaspoon coriander + 1 teaspoon cumin + ยผ teaspoon red pepper flakes + ยฝ teaspoon fine sea salt + ยผ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Coat pumpkin slices: Add the pumpkin wedges to the bowl and toss well until all pieces are evenly coated with the honey-spice mixture (using your hands works best).
- Roast honey pumpkin: Arrange the wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender and slightly caramelized around the edges.
- Serve hot with a dip and salad, or at room temperature. You can drizzle the pumpkin wedges with feta, roasted pumpkin seeds or pepitas, and a little more honey if you like. You can also add the roasted pumpkin to salads, risotto, pasta, or grain bowls.
Notes
- Pumpkin type: I usually use Hokkaido pumpkin (Red Kuri squash) because it's flavorful and doesn't need peeling. You can also use butternut squash or any other flavorful variety, just make sure to peel it.
- Spices: Feel free to adapt the spice mix to your taste. If you don't have all these spices, try paprika, cinnamon, or even a store-bought spice blend. A simple mix of salt, pepper, and paprika also works.
- More seasoning ideas:ย
- 3-4 TBS olive oil + 2 tablespoons honey + 1 teaspoon dried thyme or oregano + ยฝ ts dried rosemary + 2 grated garlic cloves + salt and pepper to taste
- 3-4 TBS olive oil + 2 tablespoons honey + 1 teaspoon smoked paprika + ยฝ teaspoon ground cumin + ยผ teaspoon chili flakes + 1 grated garlic clove + salt and pepper to taste.
- 3-4 TBS olive oil + 2 tablespoons honey + 1 teaspoon grated orange zest + ยฝ teaspoon ground cinnamon + ยผ teaspoon ground nutmeg + 1 grated garlic clove + salt and pepper to taste.
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