Gluten-Free Classic Trail Mix
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
This savory and slightly sweet gluten-free trail mix offers a satisfying crunch with a hint of spice. It's the perfect portable snack for hikes, road trips, or a quick energy boost.
At a glance: This easy snacks recipe yields 4 servings in about 30 minutes (10 min prep, 20 min cook). It uses 9 ingredients — including mixed nuts, roasted chickpeas, dried cranberries or raisins — and walks through 5 steps. Updated . Browse more snacks recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Classic Trail Mix: When preparing this snacks recipe, be vigilant about cross-contamination. Ensure all utensils, bowls, and baking sheets are thoroughly cleaned. Packaged ingredients, especially those processed in shared facilities, should be certified gluten-free to avoid any contact with gluten-containing grains In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Classic Trail Mix: This recipe is naturally gluten-free by using whole food ingredients. Always ensure any pre-packaged components like nuts or spices are certified gluten-free.
Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans)
- 1 cup roasted chickpeas
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries or raisins
- 2 tbsp olive oil or melted coconut oil
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Ensure all your nuts and roasted chickpeas are ready to go.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the mixed nuts and roasted chickpeas. Drizzle them with the olive oil or melted coconut oil, ensuring each piece is lightly coated. Add the maple syrup, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, then toss everything together until the nuts and chickpeas are evenly seasoned and smell fragrant.
- 3
Spread the seasoned nut and chickpea mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. This allows for even roasting and prevents steaming, ensuring a crispy texture.
- 4
Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the nuts are lightly toasted and fragrant, and the chickpeas are slightly crisped. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning, as nuts can go from toasted to burnt quickly.
- 5
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the mixture cool completely on the sheet for about 10-15 minutes. Once cooled, stir in the dried cranberries or raisins. Store the finished trail mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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Tips & Notes
- Use a good-quality extra-virgin olive oil here — the flavor comes through in simple recipes.
- Roasted garlic (400°F, 30–40 min in foil) gives a sweet, mellow flavor ideal for soups and sauces.
- Canned chickpeas work well — drain and rinse thoroughly to remove excess sodium.
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