Nut and Dried Fruit Snack
A wholesome, energy-boosting mix of crunchy roasted nuts and naturally sweet dried fruits.
Ingredients
- •1 cup raw almonds (140g)
- •1 cup raw walnuts (100g)
- •1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds (60g)
- •1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
- •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (3g)
- •1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (1g)
- •1 cup dried cranberries (120g)
- •1/2 cup dark raisins (80g)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees Celsius) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the almonds, walnuts, and pumpkin seeds.
- 3
Drizzle the olive oil over the nut and seed mixture, tossing well to ensure even coating.
- 4
Sprinkle the kosher salt and ground cinnamon over the mixture, stirring again to distribute the spices evenly.
- 5
Spread the nuts and seeds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- 6
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the nuts are fragrant and lightly toasted.
- 7
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the roasted nuts and seeds cool completely at room temperature.
- 8
Toss the cooled nut mixture with the dried cranberries and dark raisins, then serve or store.
💡 Chef tips
- You can easily substitute pecans, cashews, or sunflower seeds depending on what you have in your pantry.
- Store the snack mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
- Make sure the roasted nuts are completely cool before adding the dried fruits to prevent the fruit from becoming sticky.
✅ How it should turn out
The snack mix should feature deeply aromatic, crunchy toasted nuts with a hint of warmth from the cinnamon, perfectly balanced by chewy, sweet dried fruits.