Dark Chocolate & Nut Trail Mix Bags
Individually portioned trail mix bags with dark chocolate chunks, mixed nuts, dried cranberries, and coconut flakes. A satisfying sweet-and-salty snack with zero prep cooking.
PROTEIN 6g
CALORIES 212
P:E RATIO 2.8
TIME 10m
YIELD 8
P:E 2.8
ELITE DENSITY INVENTORY LIST
ORIGINAL
VEGAN SWAP
1 cup raw almonds FLAVOR
1/2 cup raw cashews FLAVOR
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips or chunks (70% cacao) FLAVOR
1/2 cup dried cranberries (unsweetened if possible) FLAVOR
1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes FLAVOR
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds FLAVOR
1/4 cup sunflower seeds FLAVOR
1/4 teaspoon sea salt FLAVOR
MEAL PREP LOGISTICS
- Storage: Store at room temperature in sealed bags for up to 2 weeks. Refrigerate in summer to prevent chocolate from melting.
- Batching: Buy nuts and seeds in bulk from the bulk bins — it's significantly cheaper than pre-packaged.
- Reheat: Microwave for 90s at 70% power.
EXECUTION STEPS
01
THE MACRO PREP
In a large bowl, combine almonds, cashews, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds.
02
THE MACRO PREP
Add dark chocolate chips, dried cranberries, and coconut flakes. Toss to evenly distribute.
03
THE MACRO PREP
Sprinkle sea salt over the mixture and toss once more.
04
THE ASSEMBLY
Divide evenly among 8 small zip-top bags or reusable snack containers (about 1/3 cup each).
05
STEP 5
Label bags with the date.