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SNACKS

Homemade Trail Mix

By Mommy Jeff · Healthy & Wholesome Family Meals

4.6 (88 ratings)
Rated 4.6 out of 5

⏱️ Prep 10m · 🔥 Cook PT0M · ✅ Total 10 min · 🍽️ Serves 8 · 📊 Easy

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Mommy Jeff put this together after doing the math on how much the store-bought bags actually cost per handful. Now it lives in a jar on the counter, restocked whenever the mood — or the car trip — calls for it.

🧺 Ingredients

  • 1 cup roasted almonds
  • 1 cup roasted cashews
  • ½ cup pumpkin seeds
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • ½ cup raisins
  • ½ cup mini pretzels
  • ⅓ cup mini chocolate chips

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Combine: Add all ingredients to a large bowl.
  2. Toss: Toss until evenly combined.
  3. Store: Transfer to an airtight container or portion into individual bags for grab-and-go snacking.

220 calories

Calories

6g

Protein

14g

Fat

20g

Carbs
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💡 Chef's Tip

Portion into small bags or containers right after making it — it keeps you from mindlessly grazing straight from the big batch.

🥗 Pairs Well With

  • Trail mix is a shelf-stable snack — pair with fresh apple or orange slices for balance
  • Serve alongside carrot or celery sticks on a snack platter

❄️ Storage & Freezer Notes

  • Pantry: keeps well in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.
  • Freezer: freezes fine for up to 3 months, though it's rarely necessary given its shelf life.
  • On the go: perfect for lunchboxes, backpacks, or the car console — no cooling required.

👶 Kid-Friendly Serving Ideas

  • Let kids build their own custom mix from a topping bar of options.
  • Watch portion sizes with nuts and hard pretzels for very young children — always supervise for choking hazards.
  • Pack into small reusable pouches for easy snacking.