As snacks go and they go quickly this is one that will breathe new life into that box of cereal sitting on your shelf. Its versatility is a virtue here and depending on your tastes ingredients may be added or substituted. For all the minimal effort this sweet crunchy snack mix will help energize you through your day.
Crunchy Snack Mix
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Serves 4
2 cups (500ml) Honey Shreddies
1/2 cup (125ml) coconut flakes
1/2 cup (125ml) pumpkin seeds
2 tablespoons (30 ml) sesame seeds
2 tablespoons (30ml) ground flax seed
1 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, optional
2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil or melted coconut oil
1/4 cup (60 ml) dark chocolate chips
1/4 cup (60 ml) dried cranberries
1/4 cup (60 ml) golden raisins
Preheat oven to 350ºF (180ºc). Line a large baking tray with baking parchment and set aside.
In a large bowl mix the Honey Shreddies, coconut flakes, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, ground flax seed. Pour the olive oil or melted coconut oil over the ingredients and stir everything together until coated. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon, if using. Spread the mixture on the prepared lined baking tray.
Bake, stirring once, in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes or until the mixture is lightly toasted. Allow to cool completely.
Add the chocolate chips, dried cranberries and golden raisins to the toasted cereal mixture and stir everything together. Store in a ziplock bag or airtight container.