Description
A simple, no-cook trail mix recipe perfect for camping or quick energy boosts. These snack bags combine nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and optional sweet or crunchy add-ins for a delicious and portable treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup raw or roasted nuts (almonds, peanuts, cashews, or walnuts)
- 1/3 cup dried fruits (raisins, dried cranberries, chopped dried apricots, or banana chips, unsweetened)
- 1/4 cup crunchy add-ins (pretzel pieces, granola clusters, or popped sorghum)
- Seeds (pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, or chia seeds) as desired
- Mini dark chocolate chips or yogurt-covered raisins (optional)
- A pinch of sea salt
- Spices such as cinnamon or smoked paprika (optional)
- Extras like coconut flakes, hemp seeds, or freeze-dried berries (optional)
Instructions
- Measure out about 1 cup (120 g) of nuts, 1/3 cup (45 g) of dried fruit, and 1/4 cup (30 g) of crunchy add-ins. Adjust quantities based on serving needs.
- Optional: Lightly toast nuts and seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently. Let cool completely before mixing.
- In a mixing bowl, combine nuts, dried fruit, seeds, crunchy bits, and any optional extras like chocolate chips or coconut flakes. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt and your chosen spice.
- Use a spoon or spatula to toss everything so flavors distribute evenly and textures mix well. Taste a small handful and adjust seasoning or add-ins if needed.
- Divide the mix into individual snack bags or containers, aiming for about 1/4 to 1/3 cup (30–40 g) per serving.
- Seal the bags tightly to keep freshness. Store at room temperature if used within a week, or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
Notes
Toasting nuts is optional but recommended for enhanced flavor. Adjust ingredients to accommodate allergies or dietary preferences. Store in airtight containers to maintain crunchiness. Flavors improve after a day or two. For softer dried fruits, soak briefly in warm water and pat dry before mixing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (optional 3-5 minutes for toasting nuts)
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 to 1/3 cup
- Calories: 180220
- Sugar: 57
- Sodium: 50150
- Fat: 1215
- Saturated Fat: 23
- Carbohydrates: 1518
- Fiber: 34
- Protein: 57
Keywords: trail mix, no-cook snack, camping snack, easy trail mix, healthy snack, portable snack, nuts and seeds, dried fruit