A crunchy, mineral-rich snack with almonds, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, cinnamon, cacao nibs, and a touch of sea salt — designed to support steady energy, balanced snacking, and blood sugar–friendly nourishment.

Why This Recipe Works

This mix pairs fiber, plant-based protein, and healthy fats from nuts and seeds to help create a more satisfying snack that supports steady energy. Cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, and cacao nibs bring antioxidant-rich compounds and warm flavor without relying on added sugar. Keeping dried fruit optional and minimal helps the mix stay more blood sugar–friendly while still allowing a little natural sweetness when desired.

Ingredients

For the Nut & Seed Mix

• 1 cup raw almonds
• 1 cup raw walnuts
• ½ cup raw pumpkin seeds
• ½ cup raw sunflower seeds
• ¼ cup unsweetened coconut flakes
• ¼ cup cacao nibs
• 2 tbsp hemp seeds
• 1 tbsp chia seeds

For the Cinnamon Spice Coating

• 1 tbsp olive oil or melted coconut oil
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp ground ginger
• ¼ tsp ground turmeric
• ¼ tsp sea salt
• Pinch of black pepper
• Pinch of cardamom, optional

Optional Add-Ins

• 2 tbsp unsweetened dried tart cherries, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp golden raisins, finely chopped
• Extra cacao nibs
• Extra coconut flakes
• Pinch of flaky sea salt

Prep & Nutrition Info

Prep Time: 5 minutes · Cook Time: 12–15 minutes · Total Time: 20 minutes · Servings: 8 · Diet: Plant-Based, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

How to Make the Nut & Seed Mix

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine almonds, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, coconut flakes, cacao nibs, hemp seeds, and chia seeds.
2. In a small bowl, whisk the olive oil with cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, sea salt, black pepper, and cardamom. Pour over the nuts and seeds and toss until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer and bake 12–15 minutes, stirring once, until lightly golden and fragrant. Let cool completely before adding any optional dried fruit or flaky salt.

Storage Tips

Store completely cooled nut and seed mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For longer freshness, refrigerate for up to 3 weeks or freeze for up to 2 months. Keep the mix dry and fully cooled before sealing to preserve crunch.