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American
Homemade Trail Mix
8 min total8 prep0 cook4 servings220 cal
VegetarianVeganFlexitarianPaleoContains tree nut
A customizable no-cook snack mix combining toasted nuts, dried cranberries, dark chocolate chips, and pumpkin seeds for a portable, energy-boosting bite.
Ingredients
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- 60 galmonds
- 60 gcashews
- 40 gpumpkin seeds
- 50 gdried cranberries
- 40 gdark chocolate chips
- 0.25 tspsea salt
Steps
- Heat a dry skillet over medium-low heat. Add the almonds, cashews, and pumpkin seeds.
- Toast, stirring frequently, for 4–5 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Watch closely near the end so nothing scorches.
- Transfer the toasted nuts and seeds to a plate or tray and spread out to cool completely, about 10 minutes.
- Once cooled, transfer the nuts and seeds to a large mixing bowl and add the dried cranberries.
- Add the dark chocolate chips to the bowl.
- Sprinkle in the sea salt and toss everything together until evenly distributed.
- Taste a spoonful and add a touch more salt if the mix needs it.
- Divide into small containers or bags for portable snacking, or store in one airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Tips
- Toast the nuts and seeds lightly before mixing for deeper flavor and extra crunch.
- Let toasted nuts cool completely before adding chocolate chips so they don't melt.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Swap in any dried fruit or seed you have on hand to match your taste.
