Best 6 Homemade Trail Mix Bars Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful homemade trail mix bars, an irresistible treat that combines the goodness of wholesome ingredients with the convenience of a portable snack. These energy-packed bars are loaded with a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring a chewy oat base, a medley of dried fruits, nuts, and seeds, and a drizzle of decadent chocolate. Perfect for breakfast on the go, a midday pick-me-up, or an after-school treat, these trail mix bars are a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that will satisfy your taste buds and keep you energized throughout the day. With three irresistible variations – classic trail mix bars, peanut butter chocolate chip trail mix bars, and a gluten-free option – this recipe caters to a variety of dietary preferences, ensuring that everyone can enjoy these delectable treats.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TRAIL MIX BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: peanut butter, honey, rolled oats, almonds, peanuts, raisin, chocolate candy

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Snacks

Yield 12 bars

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup peanut butter
⅓ cup honey
1 cup rolled oats
½ cup almonds, chopped
½ cup peanuts
½ cup raisin
½ cup chocolate candy

Steps:

  • Melt peanut butter and honey together in the microwave, stirring every 15 seconds.
  • Add oats, almonds, peanuts, and raisins into the bowl and mix until well coated. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
  • Add chocolate candies and mix just until combined.
  • Line a baking dish with parchment paper and pour the cooled mixture into the pan. Press into the edges of the pan.
  • Cool in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. Cut and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 18 grams

HOMEMADE TRAIL MIX BARS



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An attempt at a high-protein snack bar made from whole foods. It's more delicious, healthier, cheaper, and has less packaging than the store-bought bars. But it's also messier!

Provided by Carrie Benitez

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Granola Bar Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups crispy rice cereal
3 cups toasted oat cereal (such as Cheerios®)
1 ½ cups chopped nuts
½ cup sunflower seeds
1 cup agave nectar
¾ cup white sugar
1 (16 ounce) jar natural peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine rice cereal, oat cereal, nuts, and sunflower seeds in a large bowl.
  • Pour agave and sugar into a medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat until boiling, 3 to 5 minutes. Boil for 1 minute. Add peanut butter and vanilla extract; stir until peanut butter is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Pour peanut butter mixture over cereal mixture; mix well. Spray a 10x15-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Press mixture into the pan. Let stand until firm and set, about 30 minutes.
  • Cut into 1 1/2-inch squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 38.8 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

TRAIL MIX BARS



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These no-bake bars make a yummy snack that the entire family will love! If desired, you can substitute other nut butter for the peanut butter and other nuts and seeds for the sunflower seeds.

Provided by leeka

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
3 cups crispy rice cereal
3 cups toasted oat cereal rings (such as Cheerios®)
1 ½ cups raw unsalted sunflower seeds
1 cup raisins
¾ cup chocolate chips
1 cup honey
¾ cup brown sugar
2 cups peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Mix crispy rice cereal, oat cereal rings, sunflower seeds, raisins, and chocolate chips together in a large bowl.
  • Stir honey and brown sugar in a saucepan, place over high heat, and bring to a boil. Stir and boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
  • Pour the hot peanut butter mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until all dry ingredients are moistened.
  • Press the mixture into the prepared baking dish to make an even layer.
  • Let cool and cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.4 calories, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 153.5 mg, Sugar 25.3 g

TRAIL MIX



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With nuts, raisins, M&M's and coconut, this is a super snack. In small gingham bags, it made wonderful party favors for each guest at the cowboy-theme wedding shower I hosted. This mix is a tasty treat anytime. -Sandra Thorn, Sonora, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 6 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds dry roasted peanuts
2 pounds cashews
1 pound raisins
1 pound M&M's
1/2 pound sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 23g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

TRAIL MIX BARS



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I love trail mix bars....but not laden down with lots of sugar and oils. Perfect for the breakfast on the run or afternoon snack for kids. Any dried fruit can be interchanged.

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Breakfast

Time 20m

Yield 16 saquares

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup sunflower seeds
3/4 cup pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup sesame seeds
1/2 cup rolled oats
3/4 cup dried apricot, chopped
3/4 cup dried apple, chopped
1/4 cup dried cranberries, chopped (or mango)
3 cups crispy rice cereal
3/4 cup apple juice concentrate, thawed
1 cup smooth peanut butter

Steps:

  • Spray an 8" square baking pan with Pam. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 350. Spread seeds and rolled oats on baking sheet. Bake until fragrant and light golden in colour, about 8 - 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Combine chopped dried fruit, toasted seeds/oats in a large bowl. Add cereal. Stir to mix well and bread up dried fruit.
  • Slightly warm peanut butter in microwave. Combine apple juice. Mix well. Fold into fruit/seed mixture until well coated.
  • Press mixture into baking pan.
  • Store in fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for a later date.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.1, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 2.8, Sodium 123.2, Carbohydrate 24.4, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 12.9, Protein 8.6

TRAIL BARS



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I have used raisins in place of dates, and used chopped walnuts and pecans instead of almonds; up to you. The perfect snack and energy booster for a day in the great outdoors, or any occasion. Warning: Addictive!

Provided by Simon

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Date

Time 55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup unsalted butter
¾ cup honey
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup quick-cooking oats
½ cup wheat germ
2 eggs
¼ cup honey
1 cup chopped almonds
1 cup jumbo semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup chopped dates
½ cup chopped dried apricots
½ cup unsweetened flaked coconut
2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the butter, 3/4 cup honey, and lemon juice until well blended. Combine the flour, oats, and wheat germ; mix into the honey mixture. Spread evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 9x13 inch baking pan. Set aside.
  • In another bowl, beat eggs while gradually pouring in 1/4 cup honey. Stir in almonds, chocolate chips, dates, apricots, coconut, and sesame seeds until they are evenly distributed and well coated. Spread over the crust in the pan.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until center is set, and the top is lightly browned. Cool completely before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 35.8 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 10.5 mg, Sugar 20 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of nuts and seeds for a more flavorful and nutritious trail mix bar.
  • If you don't have any dried fruit on hand, you can use fresh fruit instead. Just make sure to chop it up into small pieces so that it mixes evenly with the other ingredients.
  • To make the bars more chewy, add a cup of mini marshmallows or chocolate chips.
  • For a sweeter bar, add a cup of honey or maple syrup to the mixture.
  • If you want a more crunchy bar, add a cup of granola or puffed rice.
  • Be sure to press the mixture firmly into the pan so that the bars hold together well.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them into pieces.

Conclusion:

These homemade trail mix bars are a delicious and healthy snack that are perfect for on-the-go. They're easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. With so many different variations, you're sure to find a recipe that you love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack, give these trail mix bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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