This Trail Mix Recipe is an straightforward from-scratch snack mix with crunchy nuts, chewy raisins, and mini M&M’s for a sweet-and-salty combo everyone loves.
author’s note
The Mix I Could Snack On Forever…
…and never get tired of! Ever since I was little, I’ve been obsessed with trail mix! Honestly, between granola and a good trail mix, I could live on just those two snacks for weeks!
It is satisfying to the balance of salty and sweet, lots of crunch, and just enough chocolate mixed in. This recipe has all of that! Since I make trail mix all the time, I’m also sharing a few of a reliable variations along with my go-to version.
Making your own trail mix saves money and lets you skip all the things you don’t actually want. No more picking around raisins or ending up with the leftover pieces no one eats!
Whenever I make this trail mix recipe, You can make a huge batch and divide it into bags or containers. I keep one out and freeze the rest so it stays crisp and fresh for months.
Ingredients In My Trail Mix Recipe
| Ingredient | Let’s Chat About It |
|---|---|
| Roasted peanuts, almonds, & cashews | Use roasted and salted nuts for the best flavor and crunch. For a sweeter trail mix, try honey-roasted nuts. |
| Raisins | Raisins add chewiness and sweetness. Swap for dried cranberries or cherries if preferred. |
| Mini M&M’s | Mini candies mix in better throughout the trail mix, but regular-sized M&M’s work too! |
| skippable add-ins | Try pretzels, coconut chips, banana chips, dried mango, chocolate chips, vanilla yogurt raisins, or peanut butter baking chips for straightforward variations. |
Quick Tip
This Trail Mix Recipe is reliable for travel! If you’ll be out in the heat, skip chocolate or yogurt-covered pieces since they melt easily. Stick with non-melting add-ins instead.
Trail Mix Recipe Variations
| Trail Mix Flavor | What’s In It | Other Add-Ins |
|---|---|---|
| Tropical | Banana chips, coconut chips, dried mango, cashews, almonds | Dried pineapple, papaya, yogurt raisins, dried kiwi, dates |
| Indulgent | White & milk chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, cranberries, peanuts, cashews | Dark chocolate, chocolate pretzels, popcorn, mini peanut butter cups |
| Peanut Lover’s | Peanuts, pretzels, peanut butter chips, Reese’s Pieces | Chocolate chips, mini Reese’s Cups, white chocolate chips |
| Healthy | Cranberries, yogurt raisins, cashews, almonds | Pepitas, pistachios, walnuts, sunflower seeds, coconut chips |
How To Store Trail Mix
Best Containers To Use
Small snack bags, mason jars, or meal-prep containers all work great for storing this Trail Mix Recipe. It is satisfying to portioning it out so it’s ready to grab on busy days.
Serve it up!
a reliable Ways To Use Trail Mix
- Pack this trail mix recipe and this party mix for road trips, hikes, or travel days.
- Divide it into bags or containers for straightforward grab-and-go snacks.
- Toss some into lunchboxes or sports bags.
- Sprinkle it over yogurt or acai bowls for extra crunch.
- Serve it with fresh fruit for an straightforward snack plate.
Storage
Store this Trail Mix Recipe in an airtight container or sealed bags in a cool, dry place for 2 to 4 weeks. For longer storage, freeze the trail mix for up to 3 months. Let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before eating.
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