Pistachio Free Cranberry Walnut Trail Mix
Trail mix sounds simple until you realize how many store-bought versions sneak in mixed nuts that include pistachios, making the bag a no-go for anyone avoiding them. This homemade version puts you fully in control, built around walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds for a satisfying crunch in every handful. A drizzle of maple syrup, a dusting of cinnamon, and a pinch of salt bring everything together in a way that feels almost indulgent for something so wholesome. The dried cranberries add a bright, chewy contrast, and the dark chocolate chips push it firmly into snack-you-actually-look-forward-to territory. Tossing everything together takes just a few minutes, and the batch keeps in an airtight container for up to two weeks — which means you can meal prep your snacks for the whole stretch ahead. It travels well in a bag, works as a desk snack, and holds up as a quick energy boost before or after a workout. Once you make it yourself, it's hard to go back to the guesswork of reading labels at the store.
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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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