Keto Trail Mix with Nuts and Seeds

Keto Trail Mix with Nuts and Seeds

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almonds
• 1 cup walnuts
• 1/2 cup macadamia nuts
• 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
• 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
• 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (use sugar-free or at least 85% cocoa for keto)
• 1/4 cup dried unsweetened berries (such as cranberries or blueberries) – optional
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon flaxseeds
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1-2 tablespoons keto-friendly sweetener (optional, depending on your preference)

Instructions:

Toast Nuts and Seeds:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. Prepare Baking Sheet:
   • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Spread Nuts and Seeds:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine almonds, walnuts, macadamia nuts, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and coconut flakes. Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Toast in Oven:
   • Toast the nuts and seeds in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are golden and fragrant. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
5. Cool:
   • Allow the toasted nuts and seeds to cool completely on the baking sheet.

Assemble Trail Mix:

6. Add Chocolate and Berries:
   • Once the nuts and seeds are cool, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Add dark chocolate chips, dried berries (if using), chia seeds, and flaxseeds.
7. Season with Vanilla and Salt:
   • Drizzle vanilla extract over the mixture and sprinkle with sea salt. Toss everything together to combine.
8. Sweeten (Optional):
   • If you prefer a sweeter trail mix, add keto-friendly sweetener to taste and toss again.

Store:

9. Store in Airtight Container:
   • Transfer the Keto Trail Mix to an airtight container. This can be stored at room temperature for a week or longer in the refrigerator.

Enjoy:

10. Portion and Enjoy:
    • Portion out the trail mix into snack-sized servings and enjoy it as a convenient and satisfying keto-friendly snack.

Note:

• Customize the trail mix by adding your favorite keto-friendly nuts and seeds. You can also include other low-carb snacks like pork rinds or cheese crisps.
• Check the labels of chocolate chips and dried berries to ensure they are keto-friendly and do not contain added sugars.
• Feel free to experiment with different flavors by adding spices such as cinnamon or a touch of nutmeg.
• Adjust the level of sweetness to your liking by adding more or less keto-friendly sweetener.

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