Now that the mornings are turning cool, the leaves are starting to fall and there is an extra crisp in the air… I think it’s finally time to start posting some fall projects and recipes! What do you think?
Today, I’m sharing a super simple recipe for Easy Trail Mix Bark. This would make a great afternoon snack or package it up and give it as a gift for an upcoming holiday.
I was really excited when EnjoyLife Foods let me know about their brand new No Nuts Trail Mixes. While I’m not allergic to nuts, I am allergic to soy and find that most packaged trail mixes (especially ones with chocolate) have some form of soy in them. Total bummer. But not these. If you aren’t familiar with EnjoyLife Foods, all of their products are free from the 9 most common allergens making them a total dream come true for people with food sensitivities and allergies.
I was able to try out both the Beach Bash and Mountain Mambo mixes and I have nothing but great things to say about them. You wouldn’t even notice that there were no nuts in them. The Beach Bash was very fruity and full of flavor and the Mountain Mambo had all of your favorite fall flavors including apple, cinnamon, chocolate and pumpkin seeds.
The Mountain Mambo was delicious on its own, but as always I wanted to play around with it so I made some Trail Mix Bark!
Start with 1.5 cups (1 bag) of EnjoyLife trail mix and set it aside.
In a sauce pan combine the butter, coconut oil and maple syrup and bring them to a boil.
Pour the sauce over the trail mix and stir until coated evenly.
Then, place the mix into a nonstick pan. Cover with plastic wrap. Use your fingers to spread the mixture out evenly into a thin layer (FYI, mine didn’t cover the whole pan).
Place in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours or until hard.
Using a knife, cut it into squares or the shape of your choice! This Trail Mix Bark has a really delicious flavor combo. The hearty seeds and fruit are nicely complemented with the sweetness of the chocolate chips and maple syrup sauce.
Note: 1.5 cups of trail mix only makes 8-9 squares. I suggest doubling this recipe if you want to make a larger batch.
- 1.5 Cups of Trail Mix
- 1 Tbs. Butter
- 1/4 Cup Pure Maple Syrup
- 1/4 Cup Coconut Oil
- Start with 1.5 cups of EnjoyLife trail mix and set it aside.
- In a sauce pan combine the butter, coconut oil and maple syrup and bring them to a boil.
- Pour the sauce over the trail mix and stir until coated evenly.
- Then, place the mix into a nonstick pan. Cover with plastic wrap. Use your fingers to spread the mixture out evenly into a thin layer (FYI, mine didn’t cover the whole pan).
- Place in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours or until hard.
- Using a knife, cut it into squares or the shape of your choice!
- Note: 1.5 cups of trail mix only makes about 8-9 squares of bark. I suggest doubling this recipe if you want to make a larger batch.
Enjoy!
Disclosure: EnjoyLife Foods provided me with the No Nuts Trail Mix for this recipe. Opinions are 100% my own.
This looks yummy I will be making this. Pinned it to my Breakfast at My House board.
Oh My Gosh Taryn, this is so great! I love it! :)
Can’t wait to try there new trail mix!! Pin it!
We LOVE making our own Trail Mix. We buy in bulk from Azure Standard and Love when our shipments come in. Trail Mix is always on the top of the list. :) Looks great!
Have a great day!
Angelina
Super idea! I love that it’s all in one piece so easier to eat on the go.
This looks delicious! I’ll have to try this for the kids’ lunches. I was also wondering how you do your printable recipe? I really like that option!
Thanks Jenn! I used a WP Plugin called “Easy Recipe”. Like the title suggests, it is really easy to use and helps keep recipes user friendly. Highly recommend it :)
Have a great day!!! Its nice to eat this kind of snacks…I love it…
This looks like the kinda thing I would get fat eating because I’d convince myself that everything in it is pretty good for you, so it must be good – ignoring that whole moderation thing :P
this looks like a great lunch box treat! thanks for sharing
This looks great…I love that it uses Coconut Oil…very healthy! Sara
This looks yummy!!
Looks great Taryn. I am always looking for healthy snack ideas. Thanks!
What a great snack!!! I love this recipe, thanks so much for posting it, I’ll definitely be trying it out! I love snacks like this, and am always looking for new ideas!!!
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I love your recipe! Would you come over to Cast Party Wednesday at Lady Behind The Curtain and share it with us?
Thanks, I hope to see you there! ~Sheryl~ http://www.ladybehindthecurtain.com/cast-party-wednesday-link-party-57/
These look good! I am allergic to nuts, so I’m glad to find out about anywhere that does trail mix without them.
Fantastic! What great idea to replace brittle for the holidays!
Taryn…. this one just went on my to make list! It looks incredible! WIll be sharing on our FB page tonight!
Take care,
Trish
Thanks for sharing this.!! I would love for you to stop by My Dream Canvas. Have a super weekend.
This trail mix bark looks quite tasty! Perfect treat for my new-found jogging habit. Thanks for sharing. *Stopping over from It’s Overflowing.*
Libby
http://www.artisticexpressionsbyelisabeth.blogspot.com
I am ready for all things Fall related:-) These look delicious…I think I even have all the ingredients on hand:-)