Homemade Trail Mix
Easy, customizable trail mix with premium nuts, dried fruit, and chocolate—perfect for hiking, snacking, or lunchboxes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup walnuts raw, halved
- 1 cup pecans raw, halved or quartered
- 1 cup cashews raw, whole or halved
- 1 cup banana chips unsweetened preferred
- 1 cup toasted coconut ribbons wide
- 1/2 cup raisins golden or regular
- 1/2 cup chocolate chunks dark or semi-sweet
Instructions
- Toast the Nuts:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread walnuts, pecans, and cashews on a baking sheet. Toast 8–10 minutes, stirring once, until fragrant and golden.
- Cool:
- Let nuts cool completely (about 10 minutes) to prevent melting the chocolate.
- Combine:
- In a large bowl, gently mix cooled nuts with banana chips, coconut ribbons, raisins, and chocolate chunks.
- Store or Serve:
- Transfer to airtight containers or portion into snack bags. Enjoy immediately or keep for later.
Notes
Substitutions: Swap raisins for dried cranberries, cherries, or apricots. Use almonds or pumpkin seeds instead of other nuts.
Storage: Keep in airtight containers up to 3 months in a cool, dark place or refrigerate to extend freshness.
Tip: Toasting nuts enhances flavor and crunch—don’t skip this step if you have time.
Variations: Add pretzel pieces, M&Ms, or roasted chickpeas for different textures and flavors.