How to Make Spicy Trail Mix

mixed nuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Almonds provide healthy fats, while peanuts are more budget-friendly.

cajun seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: generic seasoning

Homemade blends can reduce sodium and cost.

cheese crackers

🥗Healthier: rice crackers

💰Cheaper: saltines

Rice crackers are lower in calories, while saltines are economical.

dried cranberries

🥗Healthier: dried cherries

💰Cheaper: raisins

Dried cherries offer similar flavor, while raisins are often cheaper.

Gather a storage container or Ziploc bags and a mixing bowl.

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of mini pretzels, 1 cup of chocolate chips, 1/2 cup of dried cranberries, 1/2 cup of raisins, 1/2 cup of Cajun corn nuts, 1/2 cup of spicy sesame pieces, 1 cup of m&m, 1 cup of spicy nuts, and 1 cup of roasted salted almonds.

Mix all the ingredients together in the bowl.

Place the mixed ingredients in a Ziploc bag or a storage container.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Allergens