About this recipe

A timeless, endlessly customizable trail mix built on a foundation of roasted nuts, chewy dried fruit, chocolate chips, and a touch of salt. This is the kind of reliable, crowd-pleasing snack that disappears fast — perfect for hikes, road trips, school lunches, or afternoon snacking. No cooking required, just toss and go.

Instructions

1. 1

   Measure out all of your peanuts, cashews, and almonds into a large mixing bowl.

2. 2

   Add the raisins and cranberries to the bowl. These add chew and natural sweetness that balance the salty peanuts.

3. 3

   Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and M&Ms (if using).

4. 4

   Add the sunflower seeds and a light pinch of flaky sea salt if using. The extra salt amplifies all the other flavors.

5. 5

   Toss everything together gently with a large wooden spoon or your hands until evenly combined. Taste and adjust — add more semi-sweet chocolate chips for sweetness, more peanuts for crunch, or more raisins for chew.

6. 6

   Portion into individual snack Ziploc bag or an airtight container. Each serving is about 1/2 cup. Store at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.