Chicken Free Kiwi Lime Trail Mix Cups
These little cups are a genuinely exciting snack — toasted pepitas and sunflower seeds, crunchy walnuts, dark chocolate chips, and toasted coconut all tossed together with a touch of maple syrup and salt, then crowned with fresh kiwi and a bright lime drizzle. The combination of textures is seriously addictive: nutty, chewy, a little sweet, and just salty enough to keep you reaching back in. Toasting the seeds in a dry skillet first is a small step that makes a big difference, coaxing out a deeper, nuttier flavor before everything gets tossed together. The lime zest and juice mixed with maple syrup acts like a light dressing that ties the fruit to the trail mix in a way that feels intentional rather than thrown together. Fresh mint on top is optional, but it adds a cool, herby lift that makes the whole thing feel a little fancy for something so simple to assemble. Everything here is naturally free of poultry in any form — no hidden broths, no meat-based add-ins, just wholesome pantry staples and fresh fruit. It works equally well as an afternoon snack, a light dessert, or something to set out when you want to impress without turning on the oven.
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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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