Heart Healthy
Need an energy boost before your workout? Just grab a handful of this sweet-and-crunchy fuel on your way to the gym or soccer practice.
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Trail Mix with Cocoa-Dusted Almonds - Delicious Decisions
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Servings:
12
Ingredients
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2 Tbsp. cocoa powder -
2 tsp. brown sugar -
1/2 cup almonds -
1 tsp. honey -
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract -
1/2 cup apricots -
1/2 cup dates -
1/2 cup walnut halves -
1/2 cup peanuts -
1/4 cup sunflower seeds -
1/4 cup raisins
Directions
Tip: Click on step to mark as complete.
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In a small bowl, stir together the cocoa powder and brown sugar. In a small skillet, heat the almonds, honey, and vanilla over very low heat for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the honey has melted and the almonds are sticky, stirring constantly. Add the almonds to the cocoa powder mixture, stirring to coat well. Pour the almonds into a fine-mesh sieve, shaking gently to remove the excess coating. -
In a large bowl, stir together the almonds and the remaining ingredients. Transfer to a tightly covered container. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature for up to one week.
Cooking Tip: To dry-roast a large amount of nuts or seeds at one time, place them in a shallow baking dish. Roast them at 350°F for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. You can freeze them in an airtight container or resealable plastic freezer bag so they can be ready at a moment’s notice. You don’t even need to thaw them before using them.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
Protein
FiberNutrition Facts
| Calories | 166 | |
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| Total Fat | 11.0 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | |
| Trans Fat | 0.0 g | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g | |
| Sugars | 12 g | |
| Protein | 5 g | |
Dietary Exchanges
1 lean meat, 1 1/2 fat, 1 fruit
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Servings:
12
Ingredients
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2 Tbsp. cocoa powder -
2 tsp. brown sugar -
1/2 cup almonds -
1 tsp. honey -
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract -
1/2 cup apricots -
1/2 cup dates -
1/2 cup walnut halves -
1/2 cup peanuts -
1/4 cup sunflower seeds -
1/4 cup raisins
Directions
Tip: Click on step to mark as complete.
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In a small bowl, stir together the cocoa powder and brown sugar. In a small skillet, heat the almonds, honey, and vanilla over very low heat for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the honey has melted and the almonds are sticky, stirring constantly. Add the almonds to the cocoa powder mixture, stirring to coat well. Pour the almonds into a fine-mesh sieve, shaking gently to remove the excess coating. -
In a large bowl, stir together the almonds and the remaining ingredients. Transfer to a tightly covered container. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature for up to one week.
Cooking Tip: To dry-roast a large amount of nuts or seeds at one time, place them in a shallow baking dish. Roast them at 350°F for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. You can freeze them in an airtight container or resealable plastic freezer bag so they can be ready at a moment’s notice. You don’t even need to thaw them before using them.