Tropical Trail Mix

This tropical trail mix is the perfect sweet and salty snack ready in minutes! Made with dried mango, banana chips, nuts, and chocolate, it’s quick, easy, crunchy and perfect for parties, road trips, or everyday snacking.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Servings:

Calories: 471kcal

Author: Karin and Ken

Ingredients

1 cup Banana Chips
1 cup Sweetened Dried Mango or pineapple
1 cup Roasted Shelled Pistachios
1 cup Salted Cashews
½ cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chunks or chocolate chips
½ cup Sweetened Dried Cranberries or raisins

Instructions

Place all of the ingredients in a large bowl and gently toss until evenly combined. Feel free to adjust the amounts of each ingredient to suit your taste and texture preferences.
Serve immediately, or transfer the trail mix to a serving bowl, airtight container, or resealable bag for easy snacking at home or on the go.

Notes

Makes: 5 cups
Use a mix of textures: Combining crunchy nuts, chewy fruit, and smooth chocolate creates a more satisfying snack experience
Choose vibrant dried fruit: Bright, flavorful fruit like mango and pineapple gives the mix its signature tropical taste
Add chocolate at the end: Prevents melting and keeps pieces intact for better presentation
Cut large fruit pieces: Ensures every handful has a balanced mix of ingredients
Balance sweet and salty elements: Prevents the mix from becoming overly sugary or flat in flavor
Avoid overly moist ingredients: Keeps the mix from becoming sticky or soggy over time
Use airtight storage immediately: Preserves freshness and crunch longer
Customize ratios for your audience: Adjust sweetness or saltiness depending on kids, adults, or dietary needs

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