Not Your Average Trail Mix

Your Best Mix
The way we see it, there are two types of trail mixers in this world. Those who are content with their peanuts, raisins, and M&Ms, and those who take it next level. Clearly, we fall into the latter category . For us, trail mixes are meant to come in a variety of colors, textures, and flavors, to fit our every mood and activity. In other words, our relaxing “beach day” combo will look different from our “epic hiking adventure” pack. If you follow that, this post was made for YOU!

Not Your Average Trail Mix
Not sure where to start? Think outside the box and build your mix using one (or more!) options from each of these four categories: Crunchy, Chewy, Sweet, and Savory.

Crunchy
Pretzels, popcorn, and cereal are classic standbys but have you tried fruits and vegetables? Freeze-dried and dehydrated, that is! These dried fruits and veggies make the perfect fuel because they’re flavorful, shelf-stable, and contain fiber and important nutrients to help fuel your activity! Crunchy strawberries, blueberries, peaches and carrots add sweetness, and green beans and beets provide that savory touch.

Chewy
Raisins are trail mix no-brainers but don’t forget other chewy cousins like prunes, dates, cherries, and mango! Another fun and kid-friendly option is homemade fruit leather! Like savory? Sun-dried tomatoes and mushroom or coconut “jerky” fit the bill!

Sweet
Let’s state the obvious: where chocolate goes, we follow! Milk, dark, or white, you can’t go wrong! That said, toasted coconut, dried pineapple, and banana chips also lend natural sweetness, plus fiber, vitamins and minerals!

Savory
A savory component makes a good trail mix a great one. Think of plain Chex cereal versus Chex Party mix – umami heaven! Roasted green peas, crunchy chickpeas, baked kale chips, jerky, dried mushrooms, nori (seaweed), and pre-seasoned popcorn, chips, or crackers can lend a savory note.

Want to find out the best mix for YOU? Take our quiz below and get your perfect mix!

Build Your Mix!
Now that you’ve got your results, start mixing!