Custom Trail Mix Snack (Printable Version)

Build your perfect snack blend with nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and chocolate chips. Ready in minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Nuts

01 - 1 cup raw almonds
02 - 1 cup cashews
03 - ½ cup walnuts

→ Seeds

04 - ½ cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
05 - ¼ cup sunflower seeds

→ Dried Fruit

06 - ½ cup dried cranberries
07 - ½ cup chopped dried apricots
08 - ½ cup raisins

→ Chocolate

09 - ½ cup dark chocolate chips

→ Optional Add-Ins

10 - ¼ cup shredded coconut
11 - ¼ cup banana chips
12 - ¼ cup yogurt-covered raisins

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine all nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and chocolate chips.
02 - Add any optional add-ins if desired, such as shredded coconut, banana chips, or yogurt-covered raisins.
03 - Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of all ingredients throughout the trail mix.
04 - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The beauty is in the customization – I once made a special batch for my chocolate-obsessed nephew by doubling the dark chocolate chips, and his smile was worth every extra calorie.
  • Each handful delivers the perfect balance of sweet, salty, chewy and crunchy that keeps your taste buds interested while your body gets steady energy.
02 -
  • Adding chocolate chips while the nuts are still warm from toasting will create a marbled effect throughout your mix – delicious but messy for on-the-go snacking.
  • The ratio matters more than exact measurements – aim for roughly 2 parts nuts, 1 part seeds, 1 part dried fruit, and 1/2 part chocolate for a balanced mix that satisfies both hunger and cravings.
03 -
  • Toasting the nuts and seeds before mixing (about 8 minutes at 350°F) dramatically enhances their flavor and crunch – just be sure to cool completely before adding chocolate.
  • A tiny pinch of sea salt sprinkled over the finished mix creates a flavor-enhancing contrast that makes the sweet elements taste even better, especially if you're using unsalted nuts.
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