Nutty Nosh Squirrel Snack Mix (Printable)

Wholesome blend of nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and spices for a crunchy, flavorful snack.

# 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 cayenne pepper (optional)

# Directions:

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

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Crunchy and wholesome
  • Perfect for energy boost or sharing
02 -
  • Contains tree nuts and coconut classified as tree nuts by the FDA
  • Gluten-free but check ingredient labels if highly sensitive
03 -
  • Watch the bake time closely to avoid burning
  • Toss ingredients well to ensure even coating
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