Barley Free Kiwi Lime Trail Mix Cups
Trail mix gets a serious glow-up here, layered with toasted pepitas and sunflower seeds, crunchy walnuts, dark chocolate chips, and a whisper of shredded coconut — all tied together with a drizzle of maple syrup and a pinch of salt. The real magic happens when you crown each cup with fresh kiwi rounds and a bright lime-maple drizzle that cuts through the richness in the best possible way. Toasting the seeds in a dry skillet first takes only a few minutes but adds a deep, nutty flavor that makes the whole thing taste far more intentional than your average handful of trail mix. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities, packaged snack mixes can be a minefield of hidden fillers and malt-based additives — every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify. The combination of healthy fats, a little natural sweetness, and that zippy citrus topping makes these cups feel like a snack worth sitting down for rather than eating on the go. Torn fresh mint is optional, but if you have it, don't skip it — it ties the tropical fruit and lime together beautifully.
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4 servings
For the trail mix
- ½ cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- ½ cup walnut halves
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips (>70% cacao)
- ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp fine salt
For the topping
- 4 medium kiwi fruits, peeled and sliced into rounds
- 1 tsp lime zest (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp maple syrup
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat a small dry skillet over medium heat. Add the pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds and toast, stirring frequently, until the pumpkin seeds are puffed and lightly golden, about 3–4 minutes. Watch closely, as the seeds can brown quickly.
- 2
Transfer the toasted seeds to a mixing bowl and let cool for 2 minutes. Add the walnut halves, dark chocolate chips, shredded coconut, maple syrup, and salt. Toss until everything is evenly coated.
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