Beef Free Cranberry Walnut Trail Mix
Trail mix sounds simple until you actually read the labels on store-bought bags and realize how many sneaky additives have crept in. This version keeps things clean and genuinely delicious, built around crunchy walnut halves, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds all tossed in real maple syrup with a warm hit of cinnamon and a pinch of salt. The dried cranberries are sweetened with sugar or pineapple juice — no high-fructose corn syrup in sight — and the dark chocolate chips bring a rich, slightly bitter depth that makes the whole thing feel like a treat rather than a compromise. Everything comes together in one bowl with just a few tosses, no baking required. It stores well at room temperature for up to two weeks, so you can make a big batch and have a satisfying snack ready to grab whenever hunger strikes. Whether you're packing it for a hike, a road trip, or just keeping a jar on the counter, this mix delivers real flavor and real ingredients every single time.
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8 servings
- 1 ½ cups walnut halves
- ¾ cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- ¾ cup dried cranberries (no added apple juice or high-fructose corn syrup; sweetened with sugar or pineapple juice)
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips (70% cacao or higher)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp fine salt
Instructions
- 1
Add the walnut halves, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds to a large mixing bowl.
- 2
Drizzle the maple syrup over the nuts and seeds, then sprinkle in the cinnamon and salt. Toss until every piece is evenly coated.
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