Homemade Trail Mix Dark Chocolate (Printer View)

Energy-packed snack with nuts, dried fruits, and dark chocolate for flavorful, on-the-go enjoyment.

# What you'll need:

→ Nuts and Seeds

01 - 1 cup raw almonds
02 - 1 cup roasted cashews
03 - 1/2 cup shelled pistachios
04 - 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds

→ Dried Fruits

05 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries
06 - 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
07 - 1/3 cup raisins

→ Chocolate

08 - 3/4 cup dark chocolate chunks or chips, minimum 60% cocoa

→ Optional Add-ins

09 - 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
10 - 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
11 - Pinch sea salt

# Method:

01 - Place almonds, cashews, pistachios, and pumpkin seeds in a large mixing bowl. Toss to blend.
02 - Add cranberries, chopped apricots, and raisins. Stir gently to distribute throughout the mixture.
03 - Fold in the dark chocolate chunks, coconut flakes, sunflower seeds, and a pinch of sea salt if desired.
04 - Divide the mixture evenly among airtight containers or resealable snack bags for convenient transport.
05 - Keep in a cool, dry place until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It’s ridiculously easy to customize and packs a real punch for your adventures.
  • The blend of chewy fruit and crunchy chocolate makes each handful a surprise.
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  • The mix gets stale quickly if left uncovered—I once ruined a batch by forgetting the lid overnight.
  • Swapping nuts for seeds helped friends with allergies finally enjoy the snack without worry.
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  • Mixing while wearing gloves prevents oily hands and keeps everything neat.
  • Using high cocoa chocolate chips ensures they don’t melt too quickly outdoors.
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