Sweetly Natural Trail Mix
Elevate your snacking game with this Sweetly Natural Trail Mix, a wholesome blend of raw, unsalted nuts, dried fruits, seeds, and optional dark chocolate for a touch of decadence. Packed with heart-healthy almonds, cashews, and walnuts, alongside the natural sweetness of dried cranberries, raisins, and apricots, this mix offers the perfect balance of crunch and chewiness. Toasted coconut flakes and nutrient-rich pumpkin and sunflower seeds add depth and texture, making this trail mix an irresistible and nutrient-dense option for busy days, outdoor adventures, or simply a midday energy boost. With only 10 minutes of prep and endless versatility, this recipe is your go-to for healthy snacking at home, on the trail, or anywhere in between.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almonds (raw, unsalted)
- 1 cup Cashews (raw, unsalted)
- 1 cup Walnuts (halves)
- 1 cup Dried cranberries (unsweetened, if available)
- 1 cup Raisins (golden or regular)
- 0.5 cup Dried apricots (chopped)
- 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips (70% cocoa or higher, optional)
- 0.5 cup Pumpkin seeds (raw, unsalted)
- 0.5 cup Sunflower seeds (raw, unsalted)
- 0.5 cup Coconut flakes (unsweetened, toasted for extra flavor if desired)
Instructions
Start by preparing a clean, large mixing bowl for combining your ingredients.
Measure the almonds, cashews, and walnuts, and add them to the bowl.
Add the dried cranberries, raisins, and chopped dried apricots to the nut mixture.
If using, add the dark chocolate chips to the mix. This adds a touch of indulgence, but it’s optional.
Measure and sprinkle in the pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and coconut flakes. Toast the coconut flakes beforehand if you prefer a richer flavor.
Stir all the ingredients together gently but thoroughly, ensuring that the components are evenly distributed.
Taste test to ensure the mix has the right balance of sweetness and crunch. Adjust by adding a bit more dried fruit for sweetness or extra seeds for more crunch, if necessary.
Store the trail mix in an airtight container or resealable bags to maintain freshness.
Enjoy as a snack on the go, as a topping for yogurt, or as a nutritious addition to your favorite breakfast cereal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5200 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 341.3 g | 438% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.3 g | 446% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 79 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 507.5 g | 185% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 82.2 g | 294% | |
| Total Sugars | 348.1 g | ||
| Protein | 120.0 g | 240% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 842 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 43.9 mg | 244% | |
| Potassium | 6241 mg | 133% | |
*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.
