Best 4 Trail Mix Cookie Cups Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Trail Mix Cookie Cups, a harmonious blend of sweet, crunchy, and nutty textures. These delectable treats feature a crisp cookie cup base generously filled with a luscious trail mix filling, creating a captivating combination that will transport your taste buds to a world of pure bliss. Each bite offers a symphony of flavors and textures, from the chewy sweetness of the cookie to the crunchy medley of nuts, seeds, and dried fruits in the filling. Whether you're seeking a quick and easy snack, a charming addition to your dessert table, or a thoughtful homemade gift, these Trail Mix Cookie Cups are sure to delight and satisfy. With three irresistible variations – Classic Trail Mix, Tropical Trail Mix, and Chocolatey Trail Mix – there's a perfect flavor combination for every palate. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.

**Classic Trail Mix Variation:**
This timeless recipe captures the essence of the classic trail mix, featuring a delightful blend of peanuts, raisins, and chocolate chips. The combination of sweet and salty flavors, along with the contrasting textures, creates a harmonious balance that will satisfy your cravings.

**Tropical Trail Mix Variation:**
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this vibrant variation. A medley of dried pineapple, coconut flakes, and macadamia nuts adds a burst of tropical flavors and textures, reminiscent of a sunny beach vacation.

**Chocolatey Trail Mix Variation:**
Calling all chocolate lovers! This decadent variation is a chocolate extravaganza. A combination of dark chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, and dried cherries creates a rich and indulgent filling that will satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you wanting more.

Whichever variation you choose, these Trail Mix Cookie Cups promise an explosion of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more of these delightful treats.

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

TRAIL MIX COOKIES



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I was determined to make a tasty, guilt-free cookie and I am very pleased with how these turned out. They're not very sweet but have a subtle flavor of applesauce and cinnamon mixed in with chocolate chips, nuts, and dried cranberries.

Provided by dancer7889

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Cranberry

Time 30m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup applesauce
½ cup white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
2 egg whites
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 ¼ cups quick cooking oats
½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup chopped walnuts
⅓ cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 2 baking sheets.
  • Beat applesauce, white sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla in a large bowl. In another bowl, use an electric mixer to beat egg whites until they are frothy and begin to firm up. Fold egg whites into applesauce mixture. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Fold into the egg mixture. Stir in the oats, chocolate chips, walnuts, and cranberries. Drop by heaping teaspoons on prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake cookies in preheated oven until set and lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove immediately to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.9 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 71.8 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

TRAIL MIX COOKIES



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These cookies are inspired by the most trusted human energy source: trail mix. They're crammed with toasted nuts, dried fruit, hearty oats, and chocolate.

Provided by Sohla El-Waylly

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dessert     snack     Cookies     Oat     Nut     Seed     Dried Fruit     Chocolate     Granola     Bake     Vegetarian     Soy Free     Kid-Friendly     Healthy

Yield Makes 12 (3") cookies

Number Of Ingredients 13

1½ cups assorted raw nuts and seeds
½ cup (60 g) old-fashioned oats
1 large egg
4 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
¼ cup (packed; 50 g) dark brown sugar
2 Tbsp. (25 g) granulated sugar
1½ tsp. vanilla extract
1 tsp. kosher salt
½ tsp. baking soda
¾ cup assorted dried fruit (cut into ½" pieces if large)
¾ cup chopped bittersweetchocolate bars or chips or disks
½ cup (63 g) all-purpose flour
Flaky sea salt

Steps:

  • Place racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 350°F. Toast nuts and seeds and oats on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing once, until golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl; let cool.
  • Meanwhile, mix egg, butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl; let sit until nuts are cool (this will make for a chewier cookie).
  • Add dried fruit and chocolate to nut mixture; toss to combine. Give egg mixture a good stir, then stir in flour. Mix in nut mixture, smashing it against the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula, until combined and mix-ins are evenly coated in dough. (It will look like too many mix-ins, but dough will come together as it chills.) Cover and chill at least 2 hours and up to 3 days.
  • Reheat oven to 350°F. Using a ⅓-cup measure or #16 cookie scoop, portion out dough, packing firmly, to make 12 cookies. Divide between 2 parchment-lined baking sheets as you go. Using measuring cup or your hand, press cookies into 2½"-diameter disks about ¾" thick; sprinkle with sea salt.
  • Bake cookies, rotating baking sheets top to bottom and front to back once, until golden brown and no longer wet-looking, 11-13 minutes. Let cool on baking sheets.
  • Do Ahead: Cookies can be made 1 week ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

HOMEMADE TRAIL MIX COOKIES



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Great comfort cookie loaded with homemade trail mix. Using a bulk or pre-made trail mix is a good way to save time.

Provided by Dandan

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup almonds
¼ cup dried cranberries
¼ cup shelled roasted peanuts
¼ cup candy-coated milk chocolate pieces (such as M&M's®)
1 cup rolled oats
¾ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup butter, softened
¼ cup honey
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • Mix almonds, cranberries, peanuts, and candy pieces together to make trail mix.
  • Mix oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl. Beat in butter, honey, egg, and vanilla extract using an electric mixer or wooden spoon until dough is thoroughly combined. Fold in trail mix.
  • Drop tablespoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared cookie sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are set and bottoms of cookies are golden brown, about 8 minutes. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Cholesterol 18.2 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 108 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

TRAIL MIX COOKIES



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Energizing trail mix is really easy to eat when it's baked inside cookies!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup peanut butter
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/2 cup shortening
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 eggs
2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups quick-cooking or old-fashioned oats
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups M&M's® chocolate candies
1 cup peanuts
3/4 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Beat sugars, peanut butter, butter, shortening, vanilla and eggs in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy, or mix with spoon. Stir in flour, oats, baking powder and baking soda thoroughly. Stir in candies, peanuts and raisins.
  • Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls about 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheet; flatten slightly with fork.
  • Bake 9 to 10 minutes or until light brown. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheet to wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 1 1/2, ServingSize 1 Serving

Tips:

  • Use a variety of nuts and seeds. This will give your trail mix cookie cups a variety of flavors and textures.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different dried fruits. There are many different types of dried fruits available, so you can find ones that you and your family will enjoy.
  • Be sure to toast your nuts and seeds before adding them to the cookie dough. This will help to bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • If you want your cookie cups to be extra chewy, use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
  • Be sure to let the cookie cups cool completely before filling them. This will help to prevent the filling from melting.

Conclusion:

Trail mix cookie cups are delicious and easy-to-make treats that are perfect for any occasion. They're a great way to use up leftover trail mix, and they're also a fun and festive way to celebrate the holidays. With so many different variations possible, you're sure to find a recipe that you and your family will love.

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