Cross Country Trail Mix
Fuel your adventures with this irresistible Cross Country Trail Mix, a perfectly balanced blend of crunchy, chewy, sweet, and savory elements. Packed with nutrient-dense raw almonds, cashews, and pumpkin seeds, this homemade trail mix is elevated with bursts of tart dried cranberries, naturally sweet chopped apricots, and rich dark chocolate chunks. Honey-roasted peanuts and broken pretzel sticks add a salty, satisfying crunch, while unsweetened coconut flakes and a touch of chia seeds deliver a wholesome layer of texture and nutrition. Ready in just 10 minutes with zero cooking required, this versatile snack is ideal for hiking trips, road travel, or a quick energy boost on busy days. Store it in an airtight container to enjoy up to two weeks of delicious, homemade snacking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 cup pumpkin seeds
- 0.75 cup dried cranberries
- 0.75 cup dried apricots (chopped)
- 0.75 cup dark chocolate chunks
- 0.5 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup pretzel sticks (broken into smaller pieces)
- 0.75 cup honey-roasted peanuts
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Instructions
Gather all your ingredients and ensure they are measured accurately.
Place the raw almonds, raw cashews, and pumpkin seeds in a large mixing bowl.
Add the dried cranberries, chopped dried apricots, and dark chocolate chunks to the nut mixture.
Sprinkle in the unsweetened coconut flakes and broken pretzel sticks.
Stir in the honey-roasted peanuts and chia seeds, making sure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Mix everything thoroughly using a spatula or clean hands so that the components are well combined.
Transfer the trail mix to an airtight container or resealable bags for storage. Store at room temperature in a dry place for up to 2 weeks.
Enjoy as a snack anytime during your outdoor adventures or as a quick energy boost throughout the day.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
561 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.0 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.3 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 279 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.9 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.7 g | ||
| Protein | 15.0 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 663 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
