Description
This Tennessee Road Trip Snack is the perfect combination of crunchy nuts, sweet honey, and fragrant cinnamon. Packed with almonds, pecans, cashews, and dried cranberries, this snack is a delicious and energizing treat for long trips or a midday munch. The simple homemade coating of honey and coconut oil adds a natural sweetness while giving the nuts a satisfying crunch. Whether you’re on the road or enjoying a quiet moment at home, this snack will keep you satisfied and energized.
Ingredients
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1 bag (10 oz) pecans
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1 bag (16 oz) almonds
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1 bag (10 oz) cashews
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1 bag (6 oz) dried cranberries
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½ cup honey
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6 tablespoons coconut oil
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1½ teaspoons cinnamon
Instructions
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Prepare the Coating:
In a small saucepan, heat the honey and coconut oil over medium heat until melted and combined. Stir in the vanilla extract and cinnamon. -
Combine the Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pecans, almonds, cashews, and dried cranberries. Pour the honey mixture over the nuts and cranberries, tossing to coat evenly. -
Bake the Snack Mix:
Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C). Spread the mixture evenly on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even toasting.
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Cool and Serve:
Remove from the oven when the mix is golden and fragrant (20-25 minutes for a softer texture or 30 minutes for extra crunch). Let it cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
Notes
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You can store this snack mix in an airtight container for up to two weeks, making it a great option for meal prepping or packing for a trip.
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If you want an extra flavor kick, you can add a pinch of sea salt or some orange zest to the honey mixture before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup (about 2 oz)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg