
Trail mix is one of those snacks that sounds simple but hits every craving at once — salty, sweet, crunchy, and chewy all in a single handful. This version layers roasted peanuts, cashews, and almonds with sunflower seeds for a satisfying base, then balances it all out with raisins, dried cranberries, and semi-sweet chocolate chips. The optional M&Ms add a fun pop of color and extra sweetness if you're making this for a crowd or packing it for kids. Since the whole thing comes together in one bowl with zero cooking required, it's genuinely one of the easiest snacks you can make from scratch. Store-bought trail mixes often sneak in unexpected additives or coatings, so mixing your own means you know exactly what's going in. Portion it into individual bags for hikes, road trips, or lunchboxes, or just keep a big jar on the counter for whenever hunger strikes.
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Add the peanuts, cashews, almonds, sunflower seeds, raisins, dried cranberries, and chocolate chips to a large mixing bowl and stir until evenly combined.
Fold in the M&Ms, if using, until distributed throughout the mix.
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