Nutty Nosh Squirrel Snack Mix (Printable Version)

A crunchy blend of nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and spice for an energizing snack bowl.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 tablespoons pure maple syrup
10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
12 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
13 - Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

# How To Make It:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Crunchy and wholesome
  • Perfect for energy boosts or sharing
02 -
  • Contains tree nuts and coconut, which can be allergens.
  • Ensure maple syrup is pure for a vegan version.
03 -
  • Use parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  • Watch the nuts carefully while baking to avoid burning.
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