This sweet and crunchy oven-baked trail mix is the perfect on the go snack. Loaded with maple glazed nuts, tart dried cherries, and dark chocolate chips, this mix is way better than store-bought—and way cheaper.
This trail mix has the taste and texture of a deconstructed KIND bar. Maple glazed almonds, pecans, pumpkin seeds, and coconut flakes give it a sweet and satisfying crunch. The tart dried cherries balance the sweet with their brightness and offer a bit of flavor. And the chocolate chips add a smooth richness.
Not only is this trail mix amazing out on the trail, but it's good enough to serve at a party. So the next time you're craving something crunchy and sweet, give this maple-glazed trail mix a try!
Maple Glazed Trail Mix
Makes 4 (½ cup) servings // 25 minutes
Ingredients
½ cup raw almonds
½ cup raw pecan halves
⅓ cup unsweetened coconut chips
¼ cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
3 tablespoons maple syrup
⅛ teaspoon sea salt
¼ cup chocolate chips
¼ cup dried cherries
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 300F. In a medium bowl, mix the almonds, pecans, coconut chips, pepitas, maple syrup, and salt. Stir to evenly coat.
Step 2
Spread the mixture on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Step 3
Transfer trail mix to a clean bowl and add the chocolate chips and cherries. Store in an airtight container.
