Gorp (Trail Mix)
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Gorp (Trail Mix)
Description
This version of Gorp mixes equal parts of raw unsalted almonds, peanuts, cashews, mixed seeds, raisins, dried cranberries, chocolate chips, and M&Ms, finished with a sprinkle of sea salt. The ingredients remain unroasted to preserve natural flavors and maximum freshness. The assortment combines nutty crunch, chewy dried fruit sweetness, and chocolatey richness for an enjoyable blend.
The preparation involves simply stirring the ingredients together and storing the mix in a sealed bag or jar. This simplicity allows for easy customization with additional nuts, dried fruits, or cereals, depending on preference. Keeping the trail mix dry helps prevent molding during storage. Salting can be adjusted by using salted nuts or omitting extra salt. Avoiding large chunks in the mix preserves even bite sizes.
Gorp makes a versatile snack while hiking, working, or casual eating. Its mix of protein, healthy fats, and sugars offers sustained energy. It is convenient to portion for on-the-go needs, and leftovers can be kept for a month if stored properly.
Ingredients
- ½ cup almond raw unsalted
- ½ cup peanut raw, unsalted
- ½ cup cashew nuts raw unsalted
- ½ cup mixed seeds raw
- ½ cup raisins
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup chocolate chips
- ¼ cup M&Ms
- ¼ teaspoon salt sea salt
Instructions
- Stir all ingredients in a bowl, then transfer to a ziploc bag or an airtight jar. Keep in the cupboard for up to 1 month.
Notes
- Taste each ingredient before mixing to ensure freshness and avoid stale flavors.
- Keep all ingredients dry before mixing to prevent spoilage during storage.
- Salted nuts can be used by skipping added salt in the recipe.
- Choose small-sized dried fruits and chocolate pieces to maintain uniform, bite-sized portions.
- Optional add-ins include various nuts like brazil nuts, dried berries, cereal, popcorn, or pretzels for variety.
- Consider lightly toasting nuts with honey or maple syrup for a sweeter mix if desired.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 20Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 125 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 125kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 34mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 102mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 11IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.