Sweetly Natural Trail Mix

Elevate your snacking game with this Sweetly Natural Trail Mix, a wholesome blend of raw, unsalted nuts, dried fruits, seeds, and optional dark chocolate for a touch of decadence. Packed with heart-healthy almonds, cashews, and walnuts, alongside the natural sweetness of dried cranberries, raisins, and apricots, this mix offers the perfect balance of crunch and chewiness. Toasted coconut flakes and nutrient-rich pumpkin and sunflower seeds add depth and texture, making this trail mix an irresistible and nutrient-dense option for busy days, outdoor adventures, or simply a midday energy boost. With only 10 minutes of prep and endless versatility, this recipe is your go-to for healthy snacking at home, on the trail, or anywhere in between.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Almonds (raw, unsalted)
• 1 cup Cashews (raw, unsalted)
• 1 cup Walnuts (halves)
• 1 cup Dried cranberries (unsweetened, if available)
• 1 cup Raisins (golden or regular)
• 0.5 cup Dried apricots (chopped)
• 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips (70% cocoa or higher, optional)
• 0.5 cup Pumpkin seeds (raw, unsalted)
• 0.5 cup Sunflower seeds (raw, unsalted)
• 0.5 cup Coconut flakes (unsweetened, toasted for extra flavor if desired)

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing a clean, large mixing bowl for combining your ingredients.

Step 2

Measure the almonds, cashews, and walnuts, and add them to the bowl.

Step 3

Add the dried cranberries, raisins, and chopped dried apricots to the nut mixture.

Step 4

If using, add the dark chocolate chips to the mix. This adds a touch of indulgence, but it’s optional.

Step 5

Measure and sprinkle in the pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and coconut flakes. Toast the coconut flakes beforehand if you prefer a richer flavor.

Step 6

Stir all the ingredients together gently but thoroughly, ensuring that the components are evenly distributed.

Step 7

Taste test to ensure the mix has the right balance of sweetness and crunch. Adjust by adding a bit more dried fruit for sweetness or extra seeds for more crunch, if necessary.

Step 8

Store the trail mix in an airtight container or resealable bags to maintain freshness.

Step 9

Enjoy as a snack on the go, as a topping for yogurt, or as a nutritious addition to your favorite breakfast cereal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1105.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5199.8

Total Fat 341.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 89.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 79.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 507.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 82.2g	0%
Total Sugars 348.1g
Protein 120.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 842.3mg	0%
Iron 43.9mg	0%
Potassium 6240.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.0%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 36.4%