Snack Time: My Favorite Trail Mix

I love snacking-be honest, who doesn't?! But all day snacking can lead to unhealthy pitfalls. Packing small bites to take with you throughout the day can help maintain weight, keep you satisfied, and will help you stick to your overall diet. It can be hard to pass up the treats that your coworkers or classmates constantly bring in day after day-remember, it's important to treat yourself, but it's the key is moderation! That's why I like to pack healthful snacks that keep me full between meals. One my favorite snacks to make is Healthy Trail Mixes! They are super versatile, easy to throw together, and perfect to take on the go. Check out some of my favorite Trail Mix recipes and how easy and customizable they are!

I like to make my healthy Trail Mixes with different flavor combos to switch it up. Add whatever ingredients you like-be creative!


 Sweet Trail Mix



1 Cup coconut dusted almonds
1/2 Cup naturally sweetened dried cranberries
1/4 Cup dark chocolate chips

Mix all the ingredients together and keep in an airtight container. Portion out 1/4 cup servings to take with you whenever you'd like!

Other possible Homemade Trail Mix Combos:

Tropical Trail Mix:
1 Cup Coconut dusted almonds, 1/2 Cup banana chips, 3 Tbsp. dried papaya, 2 Tbsp. dark chocolate chips

Sweet N Salty:
1 Cup Vanilla dusted almonds, 1/2 cup peanuts or pecans, 1/4 Cup dark chocolate chips, 1/4 Cup dried raisins, 1/4 Cup Pretzel Pieces

Halloween Trail Mix:
1 Cup cinnamon or vanilla almonds, 1/2 Cup candy corn or Halloween M&Ms, 1/4 Cup Pretzel Pieces

The best part about making homemade trail mix is that you can literally throw in anything you like! Pecans, walnuts, peanuts, cashews, and almonds are all great choices! The healthy fats are great for you and they keep you full longer. Adding in the smaller amounts of M&Ms and chocolate chips let you have that sweet treat without gorging on a bowl all day.

Share with us your favorite homemade trail mix combo!

XOXO,

Lindsay and Jackie