Homemade Trail Mix Dark Chocolate (Printer-Friendly)

Nutty blend with chocolate and fruits. Energizing and portable, ideal for quick, wholesome snacking.

# 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 (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 Steps:

01 - Place raw almonds, roasted cashews, shelled pistachios, and pumpkin seeds into a large mixing bowl.
02 - Introduce dried cranberries, chopped dried apricots, and raisins; stir gently to incorporate evenly.
03 - Mix in dark chocolate chunks, unsweetened coconut flakes, sunflower seeds, and a pinch of sea salt until uniformly distributed.
04 - Divide prepared trail mix among airtight containers or resealable snack bags for convenient transport.
05 - Store in a cool, dry location until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This trail mix feels like a treat, but it's secretly packed with only good stuff for your energy.
  • The blend lets you swap in whatever fits your mood, cravings, or pantry, and it never gets boring.
02 -
  • If you skip airtight storage, the mix goes soggy before you blink—don't risk it.
  • Adding salt at the end changed everything, making the chocolate shine and the tart fruits pop.
03 -
  • Let the chocolate sit at room temperature before mixing—cold chips make the blend clump.
  • Packing a tiny ice pack with your snack bag stops the chocolate from melting in the sun.
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