Easy Crunchy Homemade Trail Mix Recipe for Healthy Snacking
A quick and easy homemade trail mix combining toasted nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and a light honey-cinnamon glaze for a crunchy, wholesome snack perfect for on-the-go energy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 6 cups 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup raw almonds (150 g)
- 1 cup raw cashews (140 g)
- ½ cup pumpkin seeds (70 g)
- ½ cup sunflower seeds (70 g)
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut (40 g), toasted (optional)
- ½ cup dried cranberries (80 g), unsweetened recommended
- ¼ cup mini dark chocolate chips (45 g) (optional)
- 2 tablespoons honey (30 ml)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking.
- Combine raw almonds, cashews, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and shredded coconut in a large mixing bowl. Toss gently to mix evenly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, ground cinnamon, and sea salt until smooth.
- Pour the honey mixture over the nut and seed blend and mix thoroughly with a spatula to coat evenly.
- Spread the coated mix evenly on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding.
- Roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through to toast evenly. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet or a cooling rack to crisp up.
- Once cool, stir in dried cranberries and mini dark chocolate chips if using.
- Store trail mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Notes
Stir the mix halfway through roasting for even toasting. Cool completely before adding dried fruit and chocolate to prevent melting and sogginess. Store in an airtight container to maintain crunch. For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar. Roasting times may vary by oven; start checking at 10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup (30 g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 70
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 5
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