Homemade Trail Mix Dark Chocolate (Printable)

Snack on crunchy nuts, chewy fruits, and rich dark chocolate for an energizing treat anytime.

# What You 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 (at least 60% cocoa)

→ Optional Add-ins

09 - 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
10 - 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
11 - Pinch of sea salt

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place raw almonds, roasted cashews, shelled pistachios, and pumpkin seeds in a large mixing bowl. Toss to combine.
02 - Add dried cranberries, chopped dried apricots, and raisins. Stir gently to distribute evenly.
03 - Fold in dark chocolate chunks, unsweetened coconut flakes, sunflower seeds, and a pinch of sea salt if desired. Mix until all components are well integrated.
04 - Transfer the blended mix into airtight containers or resealable snack bags for portioning and transport.
05 - Store in a cool, dry environment until serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It feels like a gourmet treat but takes less than ten minutes to throw together for any adventure.
  • The mix balances chewy, crunchy, and chocolatey textures—so it never gets boring halfway through the bag.
02 -
  • Mixing everything too roughly can crush the chocolate and leave crumbs—gentle folding keeps each piece intact.
  • Using roasted and raw nuts together introduces a wonderful flavor contrast, but steer clear of salted varieties if you're adding sea salt.
03 -
  • Let dark chocolate chunks sit on the counter before mixing so they’re not too cold and resist breaking apart.
  • Layer ingredients in the bowl instead of dumping all in at once—you’ll spot missing items faster and avoid sticky fruit clumps.
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