Oats Free Kiwi Lime Trail Mix Cups
Trail mix gets a serious glow-up here — toasted pepitas and sunflower seeds, crunchy walnuts, dark chocolate chips, and toasted coconut all come together in a snack that feels indulgent but is genuinely wholesome. The magic is in the details: a light coat of maple syrup and a pinch of salt pull everything together before fresh kiwi slices and a bright lime drizzle take it somewhere completely unexpected. That citrus-fruit topping transforms what could be a standard handful of nuts and seeds into something you'd actually want to serve at a gathering. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities, this is a naturally satisfying option — every ingredient here is whole-food and grain-free, with no hidden fillers to second-guess. The lime zest and juice add a pop of acidity that cuts through the richness of the chocolate and coconut beautifully. Torn fresh mint at the end is optional, but honestly, don't skip it — it makes the whole cup feel fresh and a little fancy. These come together in minutes and work just as well as an afternoon snack as they do a light, no-fuss dessert.
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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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