4-Ingredient Chocolate Almond Trail Mix

Recipe posted in: Flex Meals & Snacks, Snacks, Customer Submitted, Snacks
trail mix of dried cranberries, sliced almonds, raisins and chunks of chocolate

Looking for a quick and easy snack that will keep you fueled all day long? Look no further than this Chocolate Almond Trail Mix recipe. This mix is made from just four ingredients: almonds, semi-sweet chocolate chips, raisins and craisins. It’s sweet, salty and delicious. Plus, it’s packed with protein and healthy fats from the almonds.

An Easy, Grab-and-Go Snack

This Chocolate Almond Trail Mix is the perfect snack to take on the go. The recipe was submitted through our Recipe Submission page by Nutrisystem member Carolyn R., so you know it’s taste test-approved! The next time you’re looking for a healthy snack option, give this recipe a try. You won’t be disappointed.

To make it, simply combine all of the ingredients in a glass jar or container and mix until everything is evenly distributed. Then, portion out the mix into six servings. Enjoy as is, or sprinkle over Greek yogurt for a more filling snack as recommended by Carolyn. Either way, you’ll love this chocolate almond trail mix recipe!

So, there you have it. A chocolate almond trail mix recipe that is healthy, easy to make and delicious. This healthy snack features filling protein and healthy fats from the almonds, while the chocolate and craisins add a touch of sweetness. It’s sure to keep you satisfied until your next meal.

Healthy Hacks for Homemade Trail Mix

This chocolate almond trail mix is a quick and easy snack that will keep you energized all day long. It make six two-tablespoon servings, with each one clocking in at 177 calories. On the Nutrisystem program like Carolyn? Stick to one serving and be sure to count it as one PowerFuel, half of a SmartCarb and one Extra.

This healthy snack is versatile and easy to customize. You can use whole almonds instead of chopped or slivered, or swap in semi-sweet chocolate chunks or shavings instead of chocolate chips. If you’re not a fan of almonds, feel free to replace them with another nut that you enjoy. The mix would be just as delicious with cashews, peanuts or walnuts!

You can also add other Extras to the mix, such as sunflower seeds or unsweetened coconut flakes. Cinnamon is a Free Food and can add even more delicious, sweet flavor without any calories. Finally, you can substitute the raisins or craisins with another dried fruit, such as dried cherries or mango.

Have fun and get creative! If you come up with a new tasty trail mix combination, be sure to submit the recipe and an image of it on our Recipe Submission page for a chance to be featured here on The Leaf.

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Servings: 16 (1 serving = 2 Tbsp.)

Calories per Serving: 177

On Nutrisystem, Count As: 1 PowerFuel, ½ SmartCarb and 1 Extra

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups almonds, chopped or slivered
  • 1 cup craisins (dried cranberries)
  • ¼ cup raisins
  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions:

  1. Pour each ingredient into a glass jar or food storage container.
  2. Top the container with the lid and shake until the ingredients are mixed.
  3. Enjoy trail mix by itself or over Greek yogurt.
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