Black Pepper Free Cranberry Walnut Trail Mix
Trail mix sounds simple until you realize how many store-bought versions sneak in unexpected spices — and for anyone avoiding black pepper, that guesswork gets old fast. This mix keeps things clean and intentional, leaning on warm cinnamon, a drizzle of maple syrup, and a pinch of salt to build real flavor without any of the offending spice. Walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds bring a satisfying crunch and richness, while the dried cranberries add a bright, chewy contrast that keeps every handful interesting. Dark chocolate chips at 70% cacao or higher round it all out with a slightly bitter depth that makes this feel more like a treat than a compromise. The whole thing comes together in one bowl with no cooking required — just toss, coat, and you're done. It stores well at room temperature for up to two weeks, so you can make a batch ahead and have a reliable, pepper-free snack ready whenever you need it.
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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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