Homemade Trail Mix Dark Chocolate (Printable Version)

Blend crunchy nuts, dried fruits, and dark chocolate for an energizing snack, perfect for beach days.

# 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 of sea salt

# How To Make It:

01 - Place raw almonds, roasted cashews, shelled pistachios, and pumpkin seeds in a large mixing bowl.
02 - Add dried cranberries, chopped dried apricots, and raisins. Mix gently to ensure even distribution.
03 - Fold in dark chocolate chunks, unsweetened coconut flakes, sunflower seeds, and a pinch of sea salt, if desired.
04 - Transfer the trail mix into airtight containers or resealable snack bags for convenient transport.
05 - Keep in a cool, dry place until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It takes only minutes to create a snack that rivals any store-bought mix.
  • The combination of rich chocolate, nuts, and fruit keeps you fueled for hours, and you can easily adapt it to your tastes.
02 -
  • If you skimp on sea salt, you miss out on the wow-factor that balances the sweetness of fruit and chocolate.
  • I found out the hard way that storing trail mix in sunlight leads to melted chocolate and sticky fingers—always keep it cool.
03 -
  • Layer ingredients in small batches so every portion gets an even mix of flavors.
  • Freezing the mix before packing keeps the chocolate from melting on hot days.
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