Wholesome mix of nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and spices offering a crunchy, flavorful boost.
# What You'll Need:
→ Nuts
01 - 1 cup raw almonds
02 - 1 cup raw cashews
03 - 1/2 cup pecan halves
→ Seeds
04 - 1/2 cup shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
05 - 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
→ Dried Fruits
06 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries
07 - 1/2 cup golden raisins
→ Extras
08 - 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
→ Flavoring
09 - 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
10 - 1 tbsp olive oil
11 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
12 - 1/4 tsp sea salt
13 - Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
# Method:
01 - Set oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix almonds, cashews, pecans, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds.
03 - Drizzle maple syrup and olive oil over the mixture, then sprinkle with cinnamon, sea salt, and cayenne pepper if desired. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
04 - Spread the nuts and seeds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the mix is golden and aromatic. Monitor carefully to avoid burning.
06 - Remove from oven and let the mixture cool for a few minutes.
07 - Stir in dried cranberries, golden raisins, and coconut flakes once slightly cooled.
08 - Allow the entire mix to cool fully before serving or storing in an airtight container.
