Homemade Trail Mix Dark Chocolate (Printable)

Crunchy nuts, dried fruits, and dark chocolate combine for an energizing, portable snack. Quick and easy treat.

# 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 (at least 60% cocoa)

→ Optional Add-ins

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

# How to Prepare:

01 - Place almonds, cashews, pistachios, and pumpkin seeds in a large mixing bowl and stir to blend.
02 - Add cranberries, chopped apricots, and raisins. Stir gently to ensure even distribution.
03 - Fold in dark chocolate chunks, coconut flakes, sunflower seeds, and a pinch of sea salt if desired.
04 - Divide mixture into airtight containers or resealable snack bags for convenient serving.
05 - Keep snack containers in a cool, dry place until consumption.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Mixing your own trail mix lets you fine-tune every bite, like sneaking in extra chocolate for the best snack moments.
  • I love knowing exactly what's inside: nothing mysterious, just wholesome, crave-worthy ingredients.
02 -
  • If the chocolate sits near heat or sunlight, it melts and sticks awkwardly to nuts—a lesson learned from a sticky beach snack episode.
  • Chopping the apricots finely keeps them from clumping together in the mix, which makes scooping easier and ensures everyone gets a bit in every handful.
03 -
  • Don’t rush mixing—gentle folding keeps the chocolate and fruit intact for a more satisfying bite every time.
  • Freeze part of the mix for hot days; it stays cool longer and tastes extra refreshing.
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