Best 4 Homemade Trail Mix Recipes

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If you're looking for an easy and delicious snack that's packed with nutrients, homemade trail mix is the perfect choice. This versatile snack can be customized to your liking, making it a great option for both kids and adults. With a variety of nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and other mix-ins to choose from, you can create a trail mix that's perfect for your next hike, bike ride, or road trip.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOMEMADE TRAIL MIX



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Prepackaged trail mix doesn't compare to this fun homemade variety of dried fruit, nuts, cereal and chocolate chips.-Michael Vyskocil, Glen Rock, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup unblanched whole almonds
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup dried apple slices, chopped
1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup Honey Nut Cheerios

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

THE BEST HOMEMADE TRAIL MIX



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My friend told me what she adds to her trail mix and I just eyeballed it. Your main components should be peanuts and almonds. 5This fills my 5 quart bowl to the brim, so you'll need a humongous bowl, or two large ones. You can add craisins if you want, and any dried fruit.I only used about 12 oz almonds and about 2/3 tub of raisins. My kids love this!

Provided by Scotland

Categories     Nuts

Time 5m

Yield 5 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 ounces almonds
35 ounces cocktail peanuts
16 ounces honey roasted peanuts
20 ounces raisins
10 ounces craisins (optional)
5 ounces dried cherries
6 ounces dried apricots
12 5/8 ounces M&M's plain chocolate candy
10 ounces reece's peanut butter chips
12 ounces nestle white chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients into a very large bowl and combine well. Can be stored easily in gallon size ziplock bags or large Rubbermaid containers.

HOMEMADE TRAIL MIX COOKIES



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Great comfort cookie loaded with homemade trail mix. Using a bulk or pre-made trail mix is a good way to save time.

Provided by Dandan

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup almonds
¼ cup dried cranberries
¼ cup shelled roasted peanuts
¼ cup candy-coated milk chocolate pieces (such as M&M's®)
1 cup rolled oats
¾ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup butter, softened
¼ cup honey
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • Mix almonds, cranberries, peanuts, and candy pieces together to make trail mix.
  • Mix oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl. Beat in butter, honey, egg, and vanilla extract using an electric mixer or wooden spoon until dough is thoroughly combined. Fold in trail mix.
  • Drop tablespoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared cookie sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are set and bottoms of cookies are golden brown, about 8 minutes. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Cholesterol 18.2 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 108 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

HOMEMADE TRAIL MIX BARS



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An attempt at a high-protein snack bar made from whole foods. It's more delicious, healthier, cheaper, and has less packaging than the store-bought bars. But it's also messier!

Provided by Carrie Benitez

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Granola Bar Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups crispy rice cereal
3 cups toasted oat cereal (such as Cheerios®)
1 ½ cups chopped nuts
½ cup sunflower seeds
1 cup agave nectar
¾ cup white sugar
1 (16 ounce) jar natural peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine rice cereal, oat cereal, nuts, and sunflower seeds in a large bowl.
  • Pour agave and sugar into a medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat until boiling, 3 to 5 minutes. Boil for 1 minute. Add peanut butter and vanilla extract; stir until peanut butter is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Pour peanut butter mixture over cereal mixture; mix well. Spray a 10x15-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Press mixture into the pan. Let stand until firm and set, about 30 minutes.
  • Cut into 1 1/2-inch squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 38.8 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

Tips:

  • Choose a variety of nuts and seeds for a balanced mix of flavors and textures.
  • Add dried fruits for a natural sweetness and chewy texture.
  • Include some chocolate or peanut butter chips for a decadent treat.
  • For a savory trail mix, add roasted chickpeas or edamame.
  • If you're making a large batch, store it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
  • Trail mix is a great snack to take on hikes, bike rides, or road trips.
  • It's also a healthy and satisfying snack to enjoy at home or at work.

Conclusion:

Trail mix is a versatile and delicious snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's easy to make and customize to your own taste preferences. Whether you're looking for a healthy snack to fuel your next adventure or a tasty treat to enjoy at home, trail mix is a great option.

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