Using Sunflower Seeds Instead of Pumpkin Seeds (pepitas)
Ratio
1:1
Good — works well with minor differences
Recipe Adjustment Notes
Similar size and chew. Less mineral flavour.
Measurement Variance Note
For 1 cup references, this ingredient can vary by about 9% across brands and measuring methods (117g-141g per cup). For the most reliable substitution result, measure by weight and test a half batch first.
How Sunflower Seeds Compares for Pumpkin Seeds (pepitas)
Quality rating: good. Similar size and chew. Less mineral flavour.