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    Home » Recipes » Snacks

    Keto Trail Mix (Low-Carb)

    Published: Feb 21, 2023 by Katelyn Theofanis · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · #sponsoredpost · Leave a Comment

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    Homemade keto trail mix is satiating and delicious. This easy recipe is a delightful combination of nuts, coconut, chocolate chips, and dried fruit. It’s ready in minutes and easily customizable — enjoy a serving by the handful or sprinkle over yogurt.

    A bowl of trail mix.

    Finding a delicious, nutritious snack on a keto diet can be challenging. Nothing satisfies snack cravings quite like trail mix. It is satiating, flavorful, and full of variety. This easy recipe is entirely customizable and easy to make.

    My trail mix is a yummy combination of nuts, toasted unsweetened coconut flakes, unsweetened dried cranberries, and no-sugar-added chocolate chips. It is nutty and sweet despite the lack of sugar (only 1 gram per serving). Keto trail mix is a perfect snack, clocking in at 9 grams of carbs and 4 grams of protein in each serving. 

    When looking for a snack on a keto diet, reach for a keto trail mix. Homemade snack mix is healthier, and you can control the ingredients you put into it. The flavor combination in this recipe is hard to stop eating! Enjoy it as an afternoon pick-me-up, bring it along on road trips, or sprinkle it over your morning bowl of oatmeal.

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    • Low-Carb Trail Mix Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Ingredient Substitutions
    • Variations
    • Suggested Equipment
    • Storage
    • Other Delicious Snacks
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Expert Tips
    • Frequently Asked Questions
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    Low-Carb Trail Mix Recipe

    Make your trail mix easily with this perfect snack recipe. It comes together in minutes and makes ten servings - enough for a week of healthy snacking. It is full of heart-healthy fats and low in carbs and sugar. Homemade trail mix lasts long and freezes well too. Here are a few reasons I love this simple recipe:

    • DIY Trail Mix - Homemade trail mix is customizable and perfect for diet and allergen restrictions. Use what you have on hand.
    • Healthy Snack - Low-carb trail mix is a healthier alternative to most store-bought versions, often full of added sugar and sodium.
    • Delicious Flavors - This snack mix hits all the flavor and textural notes - sweet, nutty, fruity, crunchy, and chewy.

    Ingredients

    The ingredients you need for this recipe.
    • Unsweetened Coconut Chips
    • Dry-Roasted Almonds (unsalted)
    • Raw Pistachios (shelled)
    • Dry-Roasted Sunflower Seeds (unsalted)
    • Dried Cranberries (unsweetened)
    • No-Sugar-Added Chocolate Chips - Plenty of sugar-free chocolate chip options are in the grocery store. Lily’s Sweets Semi-Sweet Style Chocolate Chips and Hu Dark Chocolate Chips are found in many stores or on Amazon. 

    See the recipe card for the ingredient quantities.

    Instructions

    Dry-roasted coconut chips in a small non-stick pan.
    Toast the coconut flakes in a dry skillet.
    All of the ingredients in a large bowl.
    Toss the ingredients in a large bowl.
    1. Toast the coconut flakes in a small skillet until golden in color. Allow the coconut flakes to cool completely.
    2. Toss the almonds, pistachios, sunflower seeds, coconut chips, dried cranberries, and chocolate chips in a large bowl until combined.

    Ingredient Substitutions

    • Sunflower Seeds - Pumpkin Seeds
    • Nuts - Macadamia Nuts, Peanuts, Pecans, Walnuts
    • Dried Cranberries - Unsweetened Dried Blueberries
    • No-Sugar-Added Chocolate Chips - Sugar-Free White Chocolate Chips

    Variations

    • Salty Trail Mix - This recipe does not call for salted nuts or added salt. Feel free to use whatever nuts you prefer or add salt for additional flavor.
    • Savory Trail Mix - Omit the dried chocolate chips and coconut flakes. Season the nuts with sea salt, ground black pepper, and a pinch of cayenne pepper —transfer them to a parchment paper-lined baking tray.  Roast the nut blend in a 300-degree F oven for 8-10 minutes. Toss in cranberries after roasting, if desired.
    A large bowl of trail mix.

    Suggested Equipment

    • Small Non-Stick Skillet
    • Large Mixing Bowl
    • Rubber Spatula
    • Large Mason Jar

    Storage

    Transfer the trail mix to an airtight container or large mason jar. Store it at room temperature for up to one month. *Trail mix will start losing its freshness after one month but is perfectly eatable post one month.

    Can you freeze homemade trail mix? Transfer trail mix to a freezer bag or freezer-safe container. Freeze it for up to 6 months —thaw the mix completely before eating.

    Other Delicious Snacks

    • Rosemary Spiced Pecans
    • Chocolate-Covered Dates with Peanut Butter
    • 3 Ingredient Almond Butter Protein Balls
    • 2-Ingredient Chocolate Truffles

    Serving Suggestions

    While delicious by the handful, trail mix is a perfect accompaniment to many food items. Here are a few ways I enjoy my homemade trail mix:

    • Oatmeal Topping - Stir one serving of trail mix into warm oats. As an added bonus, the chocolate chips will melt into the oats for a delectable bite.
    • Yogurt Topping - Sprinkle a serving over your morning yogurt with fresh fruit. 
    • Smoothie Bowl - Like granola, trail mix is great for sprinkling over smoothie bowls for added crunch.

    Expert Tips

    1. Stir the coconut flakes frequently to prevent over-toasting or burning (the toasting process happens quickly). 
    2. Allow the coconut to cool completely before combining it with the other ingredients.
    3. Easily multiply this recipe for more servings.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is trail mix high in carbs?

    Most trail mix recipes, especially store-bought, pack on the carbs via chocolate chips, yogurt chips, and other sugary or carb-heavy inclusions. This recipe uses no-sugar-added chocolate chips and unsweetened dried cranberries. There is no added sugar, and for added benefit, salt-free nuts.

    Is trail mix healthy for weight loss?

    While trail mix is a healthy snack, the nuts within it can quickly add up in calories and fat (but heart-healthy fats). Nuts are full of healthy nutrients and omega-3 fatty acids. Portion control is essential, be sure to follow the serving size when eating trail mix or other nut products.

    If you make the recipe, don’t forget to rate the recipe, and let me know what you think in the comments below! Take pictures, tag #sugarylogic, and share them with me on Instagram or Facebook. 

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    A bowl of trail mix.

    Keto Trail Mix (Low-Carb)

    Katelyn Theofanis
    Homemade keto trail mix is satiating and delicious. This easy recipe is a delightful combination of nuts, coconut, chocolate chips, and dried fruit. It’s ready in minutes and easily customizable — enjoy a serving by the handful or sprinkle over yogurt.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 10 servings
    Calories 152 kcal

    Equipment

    • Mixing Bowls

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup dry-roasted almonds unsalted
    • ½ cup raw pistachios shelled
    • ¼ cup dry-roasted sunflower seeds unsalted
    • ½ cup unsweetened coconut chips
    • ½ cup unsweetened dried cranberries
    • ⅓ cup sugar-free chocolate chips

    Instructions
     

    • Transfer the coconut chips to a small non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and toast the flakes until slightly golden, about 7-8 minutes, frequently stirring for even toasting. Allow the coconut to cool completely.
    • Toss the almonds, pistachios, sunflower seeds, coconut chips, dried cranberries, and chocolate chips in a large bowl until combined.
    • Transfer trail mix to a jar or airtight container and store it at room temperature.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 152kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.001gSodium: 13mgPotassium: 166mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 26IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 29mgIron: 1mg
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