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Healthy Fall Candy Corn Pumpkin Seed Trail Mix – Best Easy Recipe

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This quick and easy fall trail mix combines roasted pumpkin seeds, candy corn, dried cranberries, and dark chocolate chips for a perfectly balanced sweet and salty snack that comes together in under 10 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup roasted and salted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
  • 1/2 cup candy corn
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup toasted coconut chips (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt

Instructions

  1. Set up your workspace: Clear your counter and gather all ingredients.
  2. Measure the pumpkin seeds: Pour 1 cup of roasted and salted pumpkin seeds into a large mixing bowl. If using raw seeds, toast at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes and let cool.
  3. Add the candy corn: Measure 1/2 cup of candy corn and add to the bowl.
  4. Toss in the dried cranberries: Add 1/2 cup of dried cranberries, breaking apart any clumps.
  5. Add the dark chocolate chips: Pour in 1/3 cup of dark chocolate chips and stir gently.
  6. Optional: Add toasted coconut chips: If using, add 1/4 cup of toasted coconut chips.
  7. Season the mix: Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon of flaky sea salt over the top.
  8. Gently toss everything together: Use a rubber spatula or large spoon to fold ingredients together, being careful not to crush the candy corn.
  9. Do a taste test: Adjust seasoning if needed (add more salt or candy corn to taste).
  10. Transfer to storage container: Pour into an airtight container or divide into individual serving bags.

Notes

Don’t skip the flaky sea salt—it balances the sweetness. For best flavor, toast your own pumpkin seeds. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 weeks. Freezes well for up to 3 months.

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