High Protein Sweet and Spicy Trail Mix
Elevate your snacking game with this High Protein Sweet and Spicy Trail Mix, a bold and satisfying blend of crunchy nuts, seeds, and crispy roasted chickpeas, paired perfectly with hints of cinnamon, chili, and smoked paprika for a tantalizing flavor combo. This homemade trail mix takes just 25 minutes to whip up and features wholesome ingredients like raw almonds, cashews, dried cranberries, and unsweetened mango, ensuring a balanced snack that's high in protein and packed with natural sweetness and spice. Finished with a maple syrup glaze, it’s baked to perfection for a crispy texture that makes it irresistible for hikes, road trips, or midday cravings. Customize this easy recipe for long-lasting freshness and portion perfectly for an energy-boosting treat you’ll want to take everywhere. Ideal for meal prep enthusiasts and health-conscious snackers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw almonds
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 1 cup Roasted chickpeas (plain or lightly salted)
- 1 cup Pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries (unsweetened or no added sugar)
- 0.5 cup Dried mango (unsweetened, chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Coconut oil (melted)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika (smoked or sweet)
- 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the raw almonds, raw cashews, roasted chickpeas, and pumpkin seeds. Set aside the dried cranberries and chopped dried mango for later.
In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, ground cinnamon, chili powder, paprika, and sea salt until the mixture is well combined.
Pour the sweet and spicy glaze over the nut and seed mixture in the large bowl. Toss until everything is evenly coated.
Spread the mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting.
Remove the tray from the oven and allow the mixture to cool completely. The glaze will harden as it cools, giving the trail mix a crisp coating.
Once cooled, mix in the dried cranberries and chopped dried mango.
Store the trail mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks or in the refrigerator for longer freshness.
Divide into portable serving portions as needed, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
421 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.3 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 130 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.0 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 81 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 523 mg | 11% | |
*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.
