Chicken Free Cranberry Walnut Trail Mix
Trail mix sounds simple until you realize how many store-bought versions sneak in unexpected additives, mystery coatings, or cranberries sweetened with apple juice concentrate. This version keeps things clean and intentional from the very first ingredient. Walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds get tossed with maple syrup, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt for a lightly sweet, warmly spiced base that tastes far more elevated than anything off a gas station shelf. The dried cranberries add a chewy, tart pop, and the dark chocolate chips bring a rich, slightly bitter finish that balances everything out beautifully. It comes together in one bowl with no baking required, which means you can have a full batch ready in minutes and stored for up to two weeks. Portioned into roughly a third of a cup per serving, it's the kind of snack that genuinely keeps you satisfied between meals. Whether you're packing it for a hike, a road trip, or just keeping a jar on the counter, this mix delivers real flavor without any of the filler.
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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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