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Trail Mix Bites are a quick, flexible, and nourishing snack that fits Paleo, gluten-free, dairy-free, and egg-free diets, with easy Keto, nut-free, and vegan options. They take about 10 minutes to prepare and roughly 15–30 minutes to set in the freezer, making them a fast option for a meal add-on or grab-and-go treat.
This recipe is forgiving — use whatever nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and coconut you have on hand. Aim for a mix of textures: chewy dried fruit, flaky coconut, and crunchy nuts or seeds create the best mouthfeel. These bites are great for using up odd bits from your pantry.
The Power of Healthy Fats
Healthy fats are filling and help stabilize blood sugar and appetite, which can support mood and reduce cravings. Including a source of fat on the plate — such as avocado, olives, nuts, seeds, nut butter, coconut, or oil-based dressings — can make meals more satisfying. These Trail Mix Bites are an easy way to add concentrated healthy fats to snacks or to complement meals that need a bit more satiation.
Because they contain coconut oil and nut or seed butter, these bites must be kept cold. Store them in the refrigerator for short-term use or in the freezer for longer storage. If you pack them for a lunchbox, keep them with an ice pack or keep them frozen until you’re ready to eat.
Ingredients for Trail Mix Bites:
- Nut or seed butter — almond or cashew are neutral choices; use sunflower (sunbutter) for a nut-free version.
- Melted coconut oil — melt first, then measure.
- Honey — provides body and helps the mixture set. Use maple syrup for a vegan swap (they will take longer to freeze and should be stored in the freezer).
- Vanilla — pure or imitation works.
- Mixture of nuts, seeds, coconut flakes, and dried fruit — choose a combination you like. Vary textures for best results.
See the recipe card below for a suggested combination and exact measurements.
Want a quick demonstration? There is a short video available that shows how easy these are to assemble.
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Trail Mix Bites
Autumn @wholefoodfor7
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond butter see notes for substitutions
- 1/2 cup coconut oil melted, then measured
- 1/4 cup honey see note for substitution
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 cup raisins or your preferred mix of nuts, seeds, coconut flakes, and dried fruit
- 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/3 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/3 cup almonds raw, whole
Instructions
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Whisk together the almond butter, melted coconut oil, honey, and vanilla in a small bowl until smooth.
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In another bowl, combine your chosen nuts, seeds, coconut flakes, and dried fruit. Measure out 1 1/2 cups of this mixture.
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Lightly spray or grease a 12-cup muffin tin (silicone tins work well). Divide the 1 1/2 cup nut/seed mixture evenly among the 12 cups.
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Pour the liquid almond butter mixture evenly over the nut mixture in each cup. The liquid should come nearly to the top.
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Freeze the tin flat until solid, about 20–30 minutes. Pop the bites out of the tin and store them in a sealed container or zip-top bag.
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Keep stored in the freezer for best texture and longevity. They should keep for 3+ months when frozen.
Notes
Substitutions and tips:
– Tree-nut free: Use sunflower seed butter and stick to seeds, coconut flakes, and dried fruit.
– Coconut oil: Because of its setting properties, other oils do not work well as a substitute.
– Keto: Swap honey for a low-carb syrup like Lakanto maple-flavored syrup or use liquid stevia to taste. Omit dried fruit and use only nuts, seeds, and coconut flakes. Expect a longer freeze time and keep these stored in the freezer.
– Vegan: Use an equal amount of maple syrup in place of honey; bites will take longer to freeze and should be kept in the freezer.
Nutrition
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