Citric Acid Free Cranberry Walnut Trail Mix
Crunchy, chewy, and just sweet enough, this trail mix hits every texture you want in a snack without any of the hidden additives that make store-bought mixes a gamble. The biggest challenge with cranberry trail mix is usually the cranberries themselves — most commercial versions are sweetened with apple juice or high-fructose corn syrup, both of which can sneak citric acid into the mix. Here, the dried cranberries are specifically sweetened with sugar or pineapple juice, keeping things clean and safe. Maple syrup and cinnamon bring a warm, cozy sweetness that ties the whole thing together beautifully. The walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds deliver satisfying crunch and staying power, while the dark chocolate chips add just enough richness to make this feel like a treat rather than a compromise. 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 snacks for the whole 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 juice 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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