Description

Vampire Bite Trail Mix is a flavorful and nutritious snack blend combining roasted nuts with sweet dried fruits, seeds, and a hint of warming spices. Perfect for on-the-go energy or a tasty treat, this recipe features almonds, cashews, walnuts, dried cranberries, cherries, and chocolate- and yogurt-coated seeds, seasoned with cinnamon and an optional spicy kick of cayenne pepper.

Ingredients

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Nuts

1 cup almonds
1 cup cashews
1 cup walnuts

Dried Fruits and Seeds

1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup dried cherries
1 cup chocolate-covered sunflower seeds
1 cup yogurt-covered raisins
1/2 cup pumpkin seeds

Spices

1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for a spicy kick)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for roasting the nuts.
Prepare Nuts: Spread the almonds, cashews, and walnuts evenly in a single layer on a baking sheet for even roasting.
Roast Nuts: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the nuts for about 10 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure they become lightly golden and aromatic. Once done, let them cool completely.
Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the roasted nuts along with dried cranberries, dried cherries, chocolate-covered sunflower seeds, yogurt-covered raisins, and pumpkin seeds.
Add Spices: Sprinkle the cinnamon and cayenne pepper (if using) over the combined ingredients to infuse the mix with warm and optional spicy flavors.
Toss Mix: Gently toss all ingredients together until the nuts and dried fruits are evenly coated with the spices, ensuring a balanced flavor throughout.
Store: Transfer the Vampire Bite Trail Mix into an airtight container to maintain freshness and crispness until ready to enjoy.

Notes

For a spicier mix, increase cayenne pepper slightly but use cautiously to avoid overpowering the flavors.
You can substitute or add other nuts and seeds such as pecans or chia seeds based on preference.
Store the trail mix in a cool, dry place to extend shelf life.
This mix makes a great homemade gift when packaged in decorative jars or bags.
Roasting nuts enhances their flavor but can be skipped if you prefer raw nuts.