This Sweet and Salty Trail Mix is packed with satisfying nuts, dried fruit, crunchy pretzels and a little dark chocolate for good measure.
If you’ve ever driven with little ones in tow, you know that road snacks are essential. And if your kids are anything like mine, they go through them quickly!
To celebrate the kick-off of summer road trips, my friends at Discount Tire asked me to share a quick, easy and healthy snack for the busy travel season. This Sweet and Salty Trail Mix is not only fun to make but is a great excuse to get those little ones in the kitchen to help you make a batch.
My boys love berries so we used dried blueberries and strawberries but feel free to use your favorite fruits. Raisins, figs, apricots or cherries would all be fantastic. Pistachios, peanuts and dark-chocolate covered almonds add heart-healthy fats and a boost of protein to give you energy and keep you satisfied between meals while on the road.
Travel Tip: If your journey has you spending long hours in the car, make it a point to find a park or nature trail along your route. It’s a great way to let the kids burn off energy and the fresh air will give the adults a little energy boost to stay focused for the rest of the drive.
Have fun with this trail mix recipe and make it your own! It will last up to three weeks when stored in an air-tight container, perfect for stashing in the car for when cravings strike.
No forks required.
Sweet and Salty Trail Mix
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried fruit (I used blueberries and strawberries)
- 2 cups nuts (I used raw pistachios and dry-roasted peanuts)
- 1 cups pretzel twists
- 1 cup dark chocolate covered almonds
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and divide into snack-sized resealable plastic bags for on-the-go snacking.
Chef's Notes:
Can be stored in an air-tight container for up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition:
Joanne
I need to make this before my flight tomorrow! Adults need snacks too!
Liz DellaCroce
Safe travels!!
sue|theviewfromgreatisland
Great travel tips, Liz!
Liz DellaCroce
Thanks so much Sue!
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter
Love having a lot of snacks on hand in the car. My kids live on them while we are on the road and I’m loving this sweet and salty mix. Can’t wait to try it!
Liz DellaCroce
Car snacks are KEY!
Megan {Country Cleaver}
Scrumpdiddlyumptious!! I need this for my first hike back out on the ankle!
Liz DellaCroce
AWww I hope your ankle is getting better!
Cathy Pollak ~ Noble Pig
We are going to be on a long road trip this summer with two teens…we will need this!
Liz DellaCroce
Perfect for your road trip!!
Brooks @ RecipeBoy
Wow this trail mix is a necessity for hikes and long car rides! I would use milk chocolate-covered almonds with apricots and dried apples.
Liz DellaCroce
Oooo I love that combo Brooks!
Dani @ DaniCaliforniaCooks
Definitely could have used this on my hiking trip this past weekend!
Meagan @ A Zesty Bite
I think I would have to fight off Livi for this snack. I’m always searching for a great toddler road snack.
Liz DellaCroce
hahah Asher was totally hoarding it!!!
susan @ the wimpy vegetarian
I’m a big hiker, and this would be a perfect snack for me!!
Liz DellaCroce
It’s the perfect hiking mix!!
Aggie
i could eat this snack mix for lunch :) my kids live for snacks in the car!! And so true about finding a spot to burn off energy. I usually try to make it a point to pack sandwiches and stop somewhere to eat them outside instead of in car, we all usually need the break!
Liz DellaCroce
We did that again recently in Asheville and it really was a game changer. Everyone is always happy outdoors you know??
Shawnna
Yummy!! I love trail mix!
Liz DellaCroce
Me too girl!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor
I always pack my own snacks when traveling. I love finding new and easy recipes like this trail mix. The sweet and salty combination is perfect!
Liz DellaCroce
Packing my own snacks is such a life saver!!! I hope you try this mix!
Cookin Canuck
Healthy snacks are definitely a must for long road trips. This trail mix needs to come with us the next time we jump in the car! That being said, I’d eat it any other day of the week, too.
Liz DellaCroce
We’ve been eating it after our morning trips to the gym. It’s seriously so tasty!
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious
Snacks can make the difference between a good trip and a horrible trip. Your trail mix looks fab!
Liz DellaCroce
That is the darn truth!
Lori @ RecipeGirlt
This is a terrific little snack for traveling, but it’s perfect for hikes too!
Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain
Great tips, Liz! And I adore a sweet/salty combo!
Liz DellaCroce
Well that works perfectly because I adore you!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust
I love trail mix, especially when traveling. This looks like the perfect recipe!
Catherine
Dear Liz, what a fun snack for kids and adults. Love it! xo, Catherine
Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles
A great road trippin’ snack!
Deborah
I love this! We are planning a long road trip this summer and this will be perfect!
Marly
Bring on the summer road trips! And having some of this trail mix for the road is kind of great too. Also, I think you should take way more road trips this summer so we can all enjoy the fun videos and photos with your family. Love!
Liz DellaCroce
haha You’re so sweet Marly!!!