Dark Chocolate Trail Mix

One of my New Year’s Resolutions is to try and snack healthier.

I do really well eating healthy for breakfast and lunch (and even dinner), but 3 o’clock rolls around and I start scrounging for the most unhealthy things I can find in my house.

This dark chocolate trail mix still has the sweet taste of chocolate that I love, but it is much healthier than all those chocolate chip cookies and candy bars I love to consume.

It is so easy to make, and such a versatile recipe. You could switch out any ingredients that you needed, to make it to your liking.

Recipe Ingredient Notes

To make Dark Chocolate Trail Mix, you will need the following ingredients:

• Walnuts
• Mini pretzels
• Raisins
• Golden raisins
• Dark chocolate pieces

Equipment Needed

For this recipe, you only need a few simple kitchen tools. We recommend using the following equipment:

• Mixing Bowl

How to make Dark Chocolate Trail Mix:

1. In a large bowl, mix together walnuts, mini pretzels, raisins, golden raisins, and dark chocolate pieces.

Other Variations

Everything in this, might not be a fan favorite for the whole family, but that’s okay. You can easily switch out ingredients, to make it something the whole family will love.

If you are looking for a few alternatives to switch them out, here is what we recommend:

• Pecans
• Pistachios
• Walnuts
• Sugar Free Chocolate Chips
• Almonds
• Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
• Milk Chocolate Chips
• Cranberries
• Peanut Butter Chips
• Dried apple or banana chips (or any other dried fruit)
• Orange Zest
• Cereal Bits

Storage Instructions

For daily snacking, keep your mix in a cool, dry place like a pantry.

• Airtight Container: Transfer mix to a tightly sealed Tupperware, glass jar, or heavy-duty Ziploc bag. Squeeze as much air as possible out of bags to maintain crispness.
• Shelf Life: It stays fresh for 2 weeks on average, though it tastes best if eaten within the first 2–3 days.
• Avoid the Fridge: Never store Trail Mix in the refrigerator; the cold and humidity will cause it to lose its crunch and become soggy. 

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