Delicious trail mix cookies for a healthy snack option

Ingredients for Trail mix cookies

• 180 g assorted raw nuts and seeds

• 60 g old-fashioned oats

• 1 large egg

• 60 g unsalted butter, melted

• 50 g dark brown sugar, packed

• 25 g caster sugar

• 7.5 ml vanilla extract

• 5 ml sea salt

• 2.5 ml baking soda

• 120 g assorted dried fruit, cut into 1.25 cm pieces if large

• 120 g chopped bittersweet chocolate bars or chips

• 63 g plain flour

• flaky sea salt

How to make Trail mix cookies

1. Place the oven racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven, then preheat to 180°C (fan 160°C).  

2. Toast the nuts, seeds, and oats on a rimmed baking tray, tossing once, until golden brown, about 10–12 minutes.  Transfer to a medium bowl and allow to cool.  

3. In a large bowl, mix the egg, butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla, salt, and baking soda; let sit until the nuts are cool to achieve a chewier cookie.  

4. Add the dried fruit and chocolate to the nut mixture, tossing to combine.  Stir the egg mixture well, then mix in the flour.  Incorporate the nut mixture, smashing it against the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula until combined and the mix-ins are evenly coated in the dough.  (Note: It may seem like there are too many mix-ins, but the dough will come together as it chills.)  Cover and chill for at least 2 hours or up to 3 days.  

5. Reheat the oven to 180°C (fan 160°C).  Using a 90 ml measuring cup or a #16 cookie scoop, portion out the dough, packing it firmly to make 12 cookies.  Divide the portions between 2 parchment-lined baking trays.  Using a measuring cup or your hand, press the cookies into 6.5 cm diameter discs, about 2 cm thick, and sprinkle with sea salt.  

6. Bake the cookies, rotating the baking trays top to bottom and front to back once, until golden brown and no longer wet-looking, about 11–13 minutes.  Let cool on the baking trays.  

7. Do Ahead: The cookies can be made up to 1 week in advance.  Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.