Homemade Trail Mix

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Course Snack

Servings 8.5 servings

Calories 240 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup peanuts
• 1 cup mini Triscuits
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup cashews
• 1/2 cup pepitas
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries

Instructions

 

• Mix all ingredients together.
• Measure ½ cup of the mix and portion out into 8separate bags or containers for a quick grab and go snack!

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