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Nuts & SeedsHulled green seeds from oilseed pumpkins. Sold raw or roasted; mild, slightly grassy flavour.
Properties
Density Index
0.55 g/cm3
1 Cup Weight
129g
Texture
Chewy
Category
Nut
Top Substitute
Sunflower Seeds
Use 1:1
Similar size and chew. Less mineral flavour.
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Conversion
Pumpkin Seeds (pepitas) cups to grams
1 cup = 129g
Conversion
Pumpkin Seeds (pepitas) grams to cups
Reverse the most common baking lookup.
Conversion
Pumpkin Seeds (pepitas) tablespoons to grams
Useful for small-batch adjustments and spoon measures.
Best Substitute
Sunflower Seeds
Use 1:1 for the closest starting point.
Conversions
| cups | grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cups | 32.0 grams |
| 1/3 cups | 43.0 grams |
| 1/2 cups | 65.0 grams |
| 1 cups | 129 grams |
| 1.50 cups | 194 grams |
| 2 cups | 258 grams |
| 3 cups | 387 grams |
| 4 cups | 516 grams |
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).
Density: 0.55 g/ml
Quick Convert
Ingredient-specific, density-based conversions for baking
1 cups of Pumpkin Seeds (pepitas) equals 130 grams
Ingredient-specific · density-based
Cup size
Based on us cup (236.6 ml) · density data from baking references and our own measurements.Recommended Tools & Pantry Picks for Pumpkin Seeds (pepitas)
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Storage Tips
Airtight container, refrigerator 1 year.
Baking Science
High in magnesium, zinc, and protein (30%). The green chlorophyll fades when over-roasted — toast at 150°C for 8-10 minutes to keep the colour.
Recipe Context
For nut flours: weigh to avoid dry or greasy texture swings.
For seed gels: hydration ratio directly affects binding strength.
For toppings: weight gives consistent coverage and bake color.
Common Pitfalls
- Switching brands without re-checking weight can change texture and bake time.
- Using volume-only measurements for dense ingredients can overshoot recipe targets.
Brand Variance & Measuring Method
Baseline reference: 1 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas) = 129g. In real kitchens, a practical range is usually 117g-141g per cup (9% band).
Why this happens: cut size, grind consistency, and oil content alter packing behavior.
Figures use the US cup (236.6 ml).Common Questions
How many grams is 1 cup of pumpkin seeds (pepitas)?
1 cup of pumpkin seeds (pepitas) weighs 129 grams.
What can I substitute for pumpkin seeds (pepitas)?
Sunflower Seeds (1:1)