Chestnut Free Classic Trail Mix
Trail mix sounds simple, but finding a pre-packaged version that's free from chestnuts — and the sneaky cross-contact risks that come with mixed nut blends — can be trickier than it looks. Making your own at home puts you fully in control of every ingredient that goes into the bowl. This version layers roasted peanuts, cashews, and almonds with sunflower seeds, raisins, and dried cranberries for a satisfying mix of salty, sweet, and chewy in every handful. The semi-sweet chocolate chips add a little indulgence, and the optional M&Ms make it feel like a treat worth looking forward to. It comes together in minutes with zero cooking required — just stir, fold, and portion into bags or an airtight container. Whether you're packing for a hike, a road trip, or just stocking your desk drawer, this mix delivers serious snacking energy without any of the worry.
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8 servings
- 1 cup roasted salted peanuts
- 1 cup roasted cashews
- ½ cup almonds
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- 1 cup raisins
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup m&ms (optional)
Can be omittedm&ms
Instructions
- 1
Add the peanuts, cashews, almonds, sunflower seeds, raisins, dried cranberries, and chocolate chips to a large mixing bowl and stir until evenly combined.
- 2
Fold in the M&Ms, if using, until distributed throughout the mix.
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