Description
A simple, nutritious homemade trail mix featuring raw nuts, seeds, and dried fruits, with optional add-ins for flavor and texture. Perfect for a healthy, on-the-go snack.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups raw nuts (e.g., almonds, pecans, cashews)
- 1 cup raw seeds (e.g., sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds)
- 1 cup unsweetened, unsulphured dried fruit (e.g., cherries, raisins, apricots)
- Optional ‘fun’ additions: 1/2 cup chopped dark chocolate
- Optional ‘fun’ additions: 1 cup popped popcorn
- Optional ‘fun’ additions: 1 cup pretzels
- Optional spices: 1/4 tsp sea salt
- Optional spices: 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Optional spices: pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
- Select your preferred raw nuts and seeds. For enhanced flavor, you can choose to dry roast them lightly in the oven for about 10 minutes at 350°F (175°C) before mixing.
- Combine the chosen nuts, seeds, and dried fruit in a large mixing bowl.
- If desired, add any ‘fun’ extras like dark chocolate, popcorn, or pretzels to introduce varying textures and flavors.
- Season the mixture with a pinch of sea salt, cinnamon, or nutmeg, if using, and toss everything together until well distributed.
- Store your homemade trail mix in an airtight container at room temperature for a convenient and healthy snack.
Notes
- Customize the mix with your favorite nuts, seeds, and fruits to suit your taste.
- Opt for raw ingredients to keep it healthy; roasting is optional for extra flavor.
- This trail mix is naturally gluten-free if pretzels are omitted.
- Store in a cool, dry place; it can last up to 2 weeks.