Homemade Trail Mix Dark Chocolate (Printable)

Wholesome blend of nuts, fruits, and dark chocolate for an energy-packed snack anytime.

# What You 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 (pepitas)

→ 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

# How To Make:

01 - Place raw almonds, roasted cashews, shelled pistachios, pumpkin seeds in a large mixing bowl and stir until evenly distributed.
02 - Add dried cranberries, chopped dried apricots, and raisins to the nut and seed mixture; mix gently to integrate.
03 - Fold in dark chocolate chunks, unsweetened coconut flakes, sunflower seeds, and a pinch of sea salt if desired, ensuring uniform distribution.
04 - Divide the prepared mix into airtight containers or resealable snack bags suitable for transportation.
05 - Store the trail mix in a cool, dry place until consumption.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It’s customizable, so you’re never stuck with the same snack twice.
  • The balance of dark chocolate with crunchy nuts fuels spontaneous adventures, and it’s easy to pack for beach days or hikes.
02 -
  • I once overloaded the mix with chocolate and found it melted into a sticky mess on a hot day—keep portions small and containers cool.
  • Swapping almonds for hazelnuts gave the batch an unexpected depth, so don’t shy away from experimenting.
03 -
  • Letting the mix sit overnight in a container allows flavors to mingle for extra tastiness.
  • Choose high quality chocolate—the richer the cocoa, the more grown-up and satisfying your snack.
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