Homemade Trail Mix Dark Chocolate (Print Version)

Nutty, chewy, chocolaty snack with dried fruits and seeds, ideal for summer outings or energizing breaks.

# 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 sea salt

# How to Make It:

01 - Place almonds, cashews, pistachios, and pumpkin seeds in a large mixing bowl.
02 - Add dried cranberries, apricots, and raisins. Stir gently to evenly distribute.
03 - Fold in dark chocolate, coconut flakes, sunflower seeds, and a pinch of sea salt if desired.
04 - Transfer trail mix into airtight containers or resealable snack bags for convenient transport.
05 - Keep in a cool, dry place until serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It’s ridiculously easy and flexible, so you’ll never get bored snacking.
  • The dark chocolate chunks add deep richness, making this mix feel decadent yet wholesome.
02 -
  • If you use sweetened dried fruit, the mix can turn sticky unless you add extra seeds.
  • Only use real chocolate chunks—waxy chocolate chips melt and clump fast in warm weather.
03 -
  • Layer chocolate and fruit between nuts for fewer clumps and better distribution.
  • Try toasting pumpkin seeds just before mixing; it adds a delicious aroma and crunch.
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