Its that time of the year again…the kiddos are getting back to school. With the change in schedules – you need brain food, food and snacks that are quick to make, and selections that are easy for on-the-go lifestyles. A fan favorite anytime of both the parents and kiddos is trail mix – which if you have ever been on any sort of road trip is a go-to-treat as well!!!
Here is a listing of some of my favorites!
- Simple and Sophisticated: Almonds, dried cherries, dark chocolate chips, sea salt, cinnamon. Old-School GORP: Peanuts, raisins, M&Ms.
- Tropical Mix: Cashews, Brazil nuts, dried mango, coconut flakes, banana chips.
- Fall Flavors: Pecans, dried apples, granola, pumpkin seeds, nutmeg, cinnamon.
- Savory Seeds: Almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper.
- Power Mix: Joji berries, pistachios, dried blueberries flaxseeds, dark chocolate chips.
- Rich and Creamy: Coconut flakes , white chocolate chips, hazelnuts, chocolate-covered coffee beans, and cocao nibs.
- Beachy: Macadamia nuts, white chocolate chips, dried pineapple, coconut flakes.
- Nuts for Nuts: Almonds, walnuts, pea nuts, ca shews, pecans, raisins.
- Exotic: Pea nuts, raisins, puffed rice, pretzels, curry powder, chili powder.
- Spicy and Savory: Almonds, wasabi peas, sesame seeds, dried ginger, Chex cereal.
- Raw Energy: Walnuts, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, cinnamon, nutmeg, sea salt, dried apricots, dried cranberries.
- Peanut Butter Friend: Banana chips, peanut butter chips, peanuts, almonds, dark chocolate chips.
- Coffee Shop: Hazelnuts, almonds, raisins, chocolate-covered coffee beans, white chocolate chips.
- Chocolate Lover: Hazelnuts, dried cranberries, chocolate-covered almonds, M&Ms, cocao
- Monkey Munch: Banana chips, peanuts, sea salt, almonds, dark chocolate chips, raisins, coconut flakes.
- Movie Night: Popcorn, peanuts, M&Ms, dried cranberries. Cereal Lover: Bran flakes, shredded wheat cereal. puffed rice, granola, cashews, dried cherries, dried cranberries, dried blueberries.
- Deconstructed Puppy Chow: Almonds, whole-grain Chex or wheat cereal, dark chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, cacao nibs, dried cranberries.
- PB&J: Peanuts , dried strawberries, peanut butter chips, shredded wheat cereal.
- Cajun Blend: Almonds, pecans, walnuts, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, sea salt, garlic powder, chili powder, ground cumin, cayenne pepper.
Remember to check out my Busy Parent Fitness program for more simple ideas.
