fruit 'n' nut trail mix
A fruit and nut snack mix with a hint of cinnamon—perfect for camping trips.
Ingredients
sunflower kernels
1⁄4 cup
butter
2 tablespoons
old-fashioned oats
4 cups
vegetable oil
1⁄2 cup
cashew halves
3⁄4 cup
slivered almonds (toasted)
2⁄3 cup
sesame seeds (toasted)
1⁄2 cup
packed brown sugar
1⁄2 cup
honey
1⁄2 cup
ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon
assorted bite-size dried fruit (raisins, apricots, etc.)
11⁄4 cups
Instructions
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Step 1
In a large skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the sunflower kernels in butter; remove and set aside. In the same skillet, lightly toast the oats in oil. Add the sunflower kernels, cashews, almonds, and sesame seeds. Combine the brown sugar, honey, and cinnamon; stir into the oat mixture. Cook and stir for 5 minutes.
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Step 2
Spread onto two ungreased 15x10x1-inch baking sheets. Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, stirring every 5 minutes. Cool, stirring occasionally. Stir in dried fruit. Store in an airtight container.
