Nutty Nosh Squirrel Snack Mix (Printer View)

Crunchy mix of nuts, seeds, and dried fruits blends sweet and spice for a perfect snack.

# Components:

→ Nuts

01 - 1 cup raw almonds
02 - 1 cup raw cashews
03 - 1/2 cup pecan halves

→ Seeds

04 - 1/2 cup shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
05 - 1/4 cup sunflower seeds

→ Dried Fruits

06 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries
07 - 1/2 cup golden raisins

→ Extras

08 - 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes

→ Flavoring

09 - 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
10 - 1 tbsp olive oil
11 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
12 - 1/4 tsp sea salt
13 - Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

# Method steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix together almonds, cashews, pecans, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds.
03 - Drizzle the mixture with maple syrup and olive oil. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon, sea salt, and cayenne pepper if desired. Toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Spread the mixture evenly in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until nuts are golden and aromatic. Monitor closely to avoid burning.
06 - Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before stirring in dried cranberries, golden raisins, and coconut flakes.
07 - Let the mix cool completely before serving or storing in an airtight container.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Crunchy and wholesome
  • Perfect for energy boost or sharing
02 -
  • Contains tree nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans)
  • Gluten-free but check ingredient labels if highly sensitive
03 -
  • Toast nuts separately for extra crunch
  • Use parchment paper to avoid sticking and easy cleanup
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