Nutty Nosh Squirrel Snack Mix (Print Version)

Crunchy blend of nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and spice perfect for sharing or snacking.

# 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)

# How to Make It:

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 with maple syrup and olive oil. Sprinkle cinnamon, sea salt, and cayenne pepper if desired. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
04 - Spread the mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and fragrant. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
05 - Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly. Stir in dried cranberries, golden raisins, and coconut flakes.
06 - Allow the mix to cool completely before serving or storing in an airtight container.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Nutritious and energizing
  • Easy to customize with different nuts and fruits
02 -
  • Contains tree nuts including almonds, cashews, and pecans
  • Gluten-free but double-check ingredient labels if highly sensitive
03 -
  • Watch the baking closely so the nuts don>t burn
  • Toss the mix well to evenly coat all ingredients with flavorings
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