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Sunflower Seed Trail Snack Recipe

Easy Sunflower Seed Trail Snack Recipe for Bold, Nutty Energy

This Sunflower Seed Trail Snack Recipe is a crunchy, homemade blend of nutty sunflower seeds, sweet hints, and a touch of spice.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Crunchy Base
  • 2 cups Sunflower Seeds hulled for nutty crunch
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats for hearty texture
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts (Almonds or Pecans) can substitute for walnuts or cashews
For the Sweet Touch
  • 1/2 cup Honey natural binder and sweetener
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar for depth of sweetness
For the Flavor Kick
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon adds warmth and spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt balances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust to taste for spice
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries or Raisins for chewy burst of sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Pumpkin Seeds for added variety

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F, then toast sunflower seeds, rolled oats, and chopped nuts on a rimmed baking sheet for 8–10 minutes, stirring halfway until lightly golden and fragrant.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, brown sugar, cinnamon, sea salt, and chili powder until smooth, creamy, and slightly bubbly.
  3. Pour the sweet-spice coating over the roasted seeds and oats, stirring gently with a spatula until every piece is evenly coated and glossy.
  4. Spread the mixture in an even layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 325°F for 10–12 minutes, stirring once halfway for extra crunch.
  5. Allow the trail snack to cool completely, about 20 minutes, then toss in dried cranberries and pumpkin seeds for bursts of chewy color and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 80mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks to maintain crunch. Refrigerate for up to 3 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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