Ingredients
- 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, or peanuts)
- 1/4 cup seeds (pumpkin or sunflower)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- Optional sweet variation: 1/2 tsp cinnamon + 1 tsp sugar
- Optional add-ins: 1/4 cup dried fruit, 2 tbsp dark chocolate chips, 2 tbsp coconut flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, toss together nuts and seeds with olive oil or melted butter until coated.
- Season with salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika or sweet spices like cinnamon and sugar. Mix well.
- Spread mixture evenly on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, stirring halfway, until lightly toasted and fragrant.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Stir in optional add-ins like dried fruit or chocolate chips while still warm.
- Cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
- Use chili powder or cayenne for a spicy version.
- Try different nuts like pecans or walnuts for variety.
- Add coconut flakes and chocolate chips for a tropical twist.
- Adjust salt if using pre-salted nuts.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
