Preheat the oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Spread the nuts in a single layer on a baking sheet. Make sure the baking sheet has a rim to avoid the nuts spilling over.

Put the baking sheet in the oven for 3-4 minutes or until you see them starting to brown a bit. Stir and then toast for another 3-6 minutes.

Once the pine nuts are golden brown, remove them from the oven.

Transfer them to a cool baking sheet or flat surface to cool.

This is the best method for small amounts in little time.

Place the nuts in a dry skillet and turn heat to medium-low. Don’t turn the heat too high to heat up the pan more quickly. This increases the risk of burning the nuts.

Stir frequently to redistribute and evenly toast the nuts.

It should take less than 5 minutes. Beware! Nuts can burn easily so don’t get distracted.

Once nuts are golden brown, immediately transfer them to a cool, dry, flat surface like a baking sheet to cool.

Place the pine nuts in a baking pan with high sides that will fit in the air fryer basket

Set temperature to 300 °F (150 °C) and set the timer for 4-6 minutes.

The pine nuts are done when golden brown and have a wonderful nutty fragrance.

Transfer to a cool flat surface to cool.

Using the microwave is my least preferred method.

It won’t give you a golden color. You can add a little butter or spray oil on the nuts to help them brown, but if you want that amazing golden hue, use a different method.

Place the nuts in a single layer in a microwave-safe dish. Cook on high for 2-minutes. Remove and stir. Continue to cook for 1-minute at a time hereafter.

After each minute, stir the nuts and check to see if they are done. It’ll take 3 to 8 minutes depending on your microwave.

Once toasted, remove the nuts and transfer to a baking sheet or parchment paper to cool.