The Best 5-Ingredient Nut-Free Trail Mix

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Fuel a long hike or after-school munchies with this nut-free trail mix, full of sweet and savory flavors and soft and crunchy textures…100% food allergy friendly! But be sure to pre-package individual servings, because I’m warning you, it can be addictive!

Vegan. Gluten free. Dairy free. Nut free. Vegetarian. Paleo.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 8-12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the trail mix:

1 cup raw and unsalted sunflower seeds
1 cup chili-rubbed roasted pepitas (see below)
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup unsweetened, dried cherries (or another dried fruit)
1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (I used Enjoy Life)

For the chili-rubbed roasted pepitas:

1 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1/4 cup chia seeds
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon chili powder
Dash sea salt or Himalayan pink salt
Dash of black or white pepper
Pinch of garlic powder

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Instructions

For the trail mix:

In an air-tight container or glass jar, combine all ingredients, shake, and store in a cool and dry place.

For the chili-rubbed roasted pepitas:

Preheat oven to 325ºF.
In a small bowl, combine raw pepitas, chia seeds, chili powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Add water so mixture is damp, but not soaked.
Evenly distribute seed mixture on a baking sheet in a thin layer.
Bake for 10 minutes, just until the color begins to darken. Remove from oven and flip seeds, then bake for another 5-7 minutes. Be sure not to overcook the seeds! Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet.

Find it online: https://chelseyamernutrition.com/nut-free-trail-mix/