Description
A salty-sweet snack mix that combines roasted nuts, dried fruits, and spices for a unique flavor profile.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mixed nuts (raw almonds, cashews, and pecans)
- 1 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
- 1 cup dried cherries or cranberries
- 2 cups pretzel twists or crunchy chickpeas
- 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or 1 tablespoon dried garlic)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons browned butter or avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/3 cup finely chopped dark chocolate or cocoa nibs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and spread mixed nuts and pepitas on a baking sheet.
- Melt butter in a skillet until golden brown, or warm avocado oil in a saucepan.
- In a bowl, whisk together melted butter or oil, maple syrup, spices, and garlic.
- Toss warm nuts and pepitas with spice mixture, then spread on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 10–14 minutes, stirring once until golden and nutty-smelling.
- Remove from oven, cool for 5 minutes, then stir in dried fruit, pretzels, and chocolate if using.
- Transfer to jars and let rest for at least 30 minutes before sealing.
Notes
Adjust salt and spice levels while the mix is warm for better flavor integration. Store in airtight containers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: trail mix, nut mix, snack, sweet and salty, healthy snack, hiking snack, vegan snack
