Cashew Free Cranberry Walnut Trail Mix
Trail mix sounds simple until you realize how many store-bought blends sneak cashews into the mix — sometimes as a filler, sometimes just because they're cheap and plentiful. This version skips them entirely and doesn't sacrifice a single thing in the process. Walnut halves bring that satisfying richness and a slight bitterness that pairs beautifully with tart dried cranberries, while pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds add crunch and a subtle nuttiness of their own. A drizzle of maple syrup, a dusting of cinnamon, and a pinch of salt tie everything together into something that tastes far more intentional than your average handful of trail mix. The dark chocolate chips — at least 70% cacao — add a bittersweet depth that makes this feel like a treat rather than just a snack. It comes together in one bowl with no baking required, and it keeps at room temperature for up to two weeks, making it perfect for meal prepping grab-and-go portions for the week ahead.
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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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