Crunchy mix of nuts, seeds, dried fruits with a hint of spice, perfect for sharing or snacking.
# What You'll Need:
→ Nuts
01 - 1 cup raw almonds
02 - 1 cup raw cashews
03 - 1/2 cup pecan halves
→ Seeds
04 - 1/2 cup shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
05 - 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
→ Dried Fruits
06 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries
07 - 1/2 cup golden raisins
→ Extras
08 - 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
→ Flavoring
09 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
12 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
13 - Pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine almonds, cashews, pecans, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds.
03 - Drizzle the mixture with maple syrup and olive oil, then sprinkle with ground cinnamon, sea salt, and cayenne pepper if using. Toss to coat thoroughly.
04 - Spread the nut and seed mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting. Monitor closely to prevent burning.
06 - Remove from the oven and let the mixture cool briefly.
07 - Fold in dried cranberries, golden raisins, and coconut flakes until evenly distributed.
08 - Allow the snack mix to cool completely before serving or storing in an airtight container.
