Description
A delightful trail mix celebrating autumn flavors with sweet maple, spiced pumpkin, and crunchy nuts. Easy to make and perfect for snacking or sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mixed nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts, etc.)
- 1 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 1 cup dried cranberries or raisins
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt
- Optional add-ins: Mini chocolate chips, shredded coconut, or puffed rice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven (optional) to 350°F (175°C) if toasting nuts or seeds.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mixed nuts, pumpkin seeds, and dried cranberries.
- Pour in the maple syrup and sprinkle cinnamon and sea salt over the mixture. Stir until well-coated.
- Spread mixture evenly across a lined baking sheet.
- For a crunchy variation, bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Let cool completely and transfer to an airtight container or serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure maple syrup is at room temperature for easy mixing. Toast nuts beforehand if desired. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Cooking Required (Optional Baking)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg