This homemade maple trail mix is a wholesome, customizable snack made with nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and a touch of maple syrup for sweetness. It’s easy to prepare, healthier than store-bought mixes, and works well for school lunches, workdays, hikes, or as a yogurt or oatmeal topping. The recipe is versatile, stores well, and offers a satisfying balance of sweet and savory flavors, making it a family favorite.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 2 cups whole almonds
- ½ cup raisins
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- 1 cup chocolate covered peanuts (such as M&M's®)
Instructions
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Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
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Stir the maple syrup, vanilla extract, and cinnamon together in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Meanwhile, combine the rolled oats, pecans, almonds, raisins, cranberries, and sunflower seeds in a large mixing bowl. Pour the hot maple syrup over top, and stir until evenly mixed. Spread onto prepared baking sheet.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove from oven, scrape onto a cold baking sheet, and cool to room temperature. Break into clumps and stir in the chocolate-covered peanuts once cool.
