Best 9 Rainforest Trail Mix Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful adventure with our Rainforest Trail Mix, a harmonious blend of nature's finest treasures. This symphony of flavors features a medley of nuts, seeds, and dried fruits, each ingredient handpicked to create a symphony of flavors and textures. From the crunchy almonds and walnuts to the sweet cranberries and tangy cherries, every bite takes you on a journey through a lush rainforest. Discover a world of hidden flavors with our three irresistible variations: Original, Tropical Twist, and Spicy Kick. Let your taste buds dance to the rhythm of the Rainforest Trail Mix, a delightful symphony of nature's bounty.

Let's cook with our recipes!

TRAIL MIX



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Provided by Alton Brown

Time 5m

Yield 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

7 ounces dried fruit, approximately 3 cups
5 ounces mixed nuts, approximately 1 cup
3 1/2 ounces granola, approximately 1 cup

Steps:

  • Combine the fruit, nuts and granola in a large bowl. To store trail mix, place in an airtight glass container. Keep container in a cool dry place for up to 1 month.
  • Cook's Note: Fruit dried at home should be pliable, but not sticky and you should not be able to squeeze moisture from it. If the mixture becomes soft overnight, your fruit is not dry enough.

RAINFOREST TRAIL MIX



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A nice quick snack to keep on hand. Also a good topping for things like ice cream, yogurt, as well as hot and cold cereal.

Provided by Debbwl

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 3m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup macadamia nuts
1 cup cashews
1 cup chocolate chips
1 cup peanuts
1 cup dried banana
3/4 cup coconut
1 cup dried pineapple

Steps:

  • Pour items together in a large bowl. Stir until evenly mixed.
  • Store in sealed plastic bag.

NO-NUT TRAIL MIX



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With a child allergic to tree nuts and the schools not allowing you to bring in peanuts, I had to create my own trail mix. I love all the seeds, but more importantly, my daughter likes it too! The variations are countless, so use this as a base, or as-is!

Provided by Trixyinaz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 16 ounces, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup sunflower seeds, raw
3/4 cup pumpkin seeds, roasted and salted
1 cup sesame sticks, salted
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup dried banana
3 ounces raisins

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together.
  • Makes ~ 1 pound of trail mix.
  • Serving size: 1 ounce.
  • Variations:
  • Add other dried fruit like pineapple, cherries, cranberries, apples.
  • Add low-fat granola, rice chex or cheerios.
  • Add yogurt covered pretzels or chocolate covered rasins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.3, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 2.8, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 9.4, Protein 3.8

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



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My kids love to help me make this. Again, this is an awesome lunch box item. If they don't eat this at lunch, they tend to pull it out in the car on the way home - so I don't hear the ongoing whine of "I'm sssstttttaaaaaaarrrrrvvvvvviiinnnnngggg!!!!!" Because peanuts are a high allergen food, I use raw (EFA-rich) almonds and sunflower seeds. Chocolate/carob is not necessary in this recipe. A great substitute is dried cherries, cranberries, or blueberries. Try one of these combos: almond/raisin (simple and tastes like PB&J) almonds/prunes/apricots/sunflower seeds (tastes divine and is a great source of fiber) raw cashews/coconut/dried bananas/raisins and maybe chocolate chips ("Monkey Chow") almonds/sunflower seeds/cherries/bananas (tangy and crunchy)

Provided by Mom2Eight

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup almonds (raw)
1 cup sunflower seeds (raw)
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup dried apricot (unsulphured, chopped)
1/4 cup flaked coconut (optional)
1/4 cup chocolate (optional) or 1/4 cup carob chips (optional)

Steps:

  • Pour everything into a large container, cover and shake!
  • Store in an air tight container. Place in the fridge/freezer to retain the properties of the essential fatty acids.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.5, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 83.8, Carbohydrate 35.5, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 21.8, Protein 10.8

QUICK-N-EASY TRAIL MIX



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My DH used to complain that no one sells plain old "Trail Mix" anymore. So, I threw this together for him and he said it was perfect; it tastes just like the stuff he used to eat as a kid. This makes about 4-5 pounds of trail mix, so scale it down. Or freeze the leftovers. Or spend your next week at college snacking on it. Or, do what I did and give it away in pretty containers on holidays. Tasty! Yet so incredibly simple and fast to make! I hope your SO loves it, too.

Provided by io eris

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb walnuts
1 lb cashews
1 lb pecan halves
8 ounces slivered almonds
11 ounces banana chips
13 ounces papayas, chunks
13 ounces pineapple, wedges
12 ounces raisins (as dry as possible)
12 -24 ounces granola bars (also as dry as possible; I use Nature Valley brand Oats 'n Honey)

Steps:

  • Toss all ingredients into a paper grocery bag, except for the granola bars.
  • Your goal is to crumble up the granola into bite-size pieces.
  • So get a baseball bat, a rubber mallet, or a jackhammer, and unleash all of the stress and frustration you have accumulated so far this week upon the poor, unsuspecting box o' granola.
  • (If he sees you doing this, your DH will be extra nice to you for the rest of the day.) Toss the granola bits into the bag with the nuts and fruit.
  • Shake.

THE BEST TRAIL MIX



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Make and share this The Best Trail Mix recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mom_of_4

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 ounces miniature M&M baking bits
12 ounces dry roasted salted peanuts
6 ounces salted almonds
6 ounces chocolate chips
1 cup butterscotch chips
1 cup raisins
1 cup craisins

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together and enjoy.
  • * You can add more or less of any ingredient for your liking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1141.7, Fat 82.8, SaturatedFat 18.6, Cholesterol 2.5, Sodium 1063.8, Carbohydrate 84, Fiber 14.3, Sugar 42.9, Protein 34.5

HOMEMADE TRAIL MIX



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Prepackaged trail mix doesn't compare to this fun homemade variety of dried fruit, nuts, cereal and chocolate chips.-Michael Vyskocil, Glen Rock, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup unblanched whole almonds
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup dried apple slices, chopped
1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup Honey Nut Cheerios

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

TERRIFIC TRAIL MIX



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Fruit, seeds, and nuts are mixed together in this flavorful snack mix.

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Jean Carper

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup combination diced dried fruit, such as prunes, apricots, pears and apples
½ cup raisins and/or dried cherries or cranberries
1 ½ cups unsalted sunflower seeds
1 cup unsalted dry-roasted peanuts (or honey-roasted peanuts, chopped walnuts or unsalted almonds)

Steps:

  • Mix all. Makes 4 cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 3.1 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

Tips:

  • Utilize a variety of nuts and seeds: Incorporate a blend of nuts and seeds for a diverse texture and flavor profile. This could include almonds, cashews, walnuts, pecans, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and flax seeds.
  • Choose unsweetened dried fruits: Opt for unsweetened dried fruits to avoid added sugar. Common choices include raisins, cranberries, cherries, blueberries, and apricots.
  • Add some sweetness with natural ingredients: If desired, add natural sweeteners like honey, maple syrup, or coconut sugar to enhance the flavor without compromising its nutritional value.
  • Experiment with different spices: Elevate the trail mix with a touch of spice. Consider adding cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, or cardamom for a warm and aromatic flavor.
  • Store properly: Keep the trail mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks or in the refrigerator for longer storage.

Conclusion:

Creating a delectable and nutritious rainforest trail mix is a breeze with these simple steps. By combining an array of nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and natural sweeteners, you can craft a snack that offers a symphony of flavors and textures. Whether you're embarking on an outdoor adventure or seeking a wholesome on-the-go snack, this rainforest trail mix is sure to satisfy your cravings while providing essential nutrients. So, get creative, experiment with different ingredients, and enjoy the delightful journey of crafting your own personalized rainforest trail mix.

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