A wholesome crunchy mix of nuts, seeds, fruits, and spices for a tasty energy boost or sharing.
# 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)
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Set the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, mix almonds, cashews, pecans, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds.
03 - Drizzle the maple syrup and olive oil over the nut and seed mix, then sprinkle with ground cinnamon, sea salt, and cayenne pepper if using. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
04 - Spread the mixture into a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring halfway through. Monitor closely to prevent burning and achieve a fragrant, golden toast.
06 - Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the nut and seed mix to cool briefly.
07 - Fold in dried cranberries, golden raisins, and coconut flakes evenly into the cooled mix.
08 - Let the snack mix cool entirely before serving or storing in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
