Crunchy Best-Of-All Trail Mix
A nutrient-packed mix of nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and dark chocolate for a satisfying snack. This global-inspired snacks ready in about 10 minutes turns almonds, walnuts, peanuts into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 12, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almonds
- 1/4 cup walnuts
- 1/4 cup peanuts
- 1/2 cup craisins
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chunks
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/4 cup coconut flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup almonds, 1/4 cup walnuts, 1/4 cup peanuts, 1/2 cup craisins, 1/4 cup raisins, 1/4 cup dark chocolate chunks, 1/4 cup sunflower seeds, and 1/4 cup coconut flakes.
- Step 2: Using clean hands, mix all ingredients until evenly distributed. For extra crunch, toast the nuts and seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Step 3: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Serve as a snack or mix into yogurt or oatmeal.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Crunchy Best-Of-All Trail Mix take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Crunchy Best-Of-All Trail Mix?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for crisp items, or in the fridge for anything dairy- or produce-based, for up to 3–5 days. Re-crisp baked snacks in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes if they soften.
Can I substitute ingredients in Crunchy Best-Of-All Trail Mix?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Crunchy Best-Of-All Trail Mix for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Crunchy Best-Of-All Trail Mix?
Global snacks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
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The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
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Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
