Description
A crunchy and flavorful Pecan Pumpkin Spice Snack Mix featuring gluten-free vegan pretzels, cornflakes, pecans, and a blend of autumn-inspired spices, sweetened with maple syrup and finished with tart dried cranberries. Perfect for a seasonal snack or festive gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 2 cups gluten-free vegan pretzels
- 2 cups cornflakes
- 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
- ½ cup apple-juice sweetened dried cranberries
Wet Ingredients
- ¼ cup vegan butter or coconut oil, melted
- ¼ cup maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C) to prepare for baking the snack mix.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the pecan halves, gluten-free vegan pretzels, and cornflakes evenly.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the melted vegan butter or coconut oil, maple syrup, and pumpkin pie spice until fully combined.
- Coat the mix: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly to ensure every piece is evenly coated with the pumpkin spice glaze.
- Bake the mix: Spread the coated snack mix evenly on a baking sheet. Place it in the oven and bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even crisping and drying.
- Add cranberries and serve: Once baked and cooled, toss in the apple-juice sweetened dried cranberries for a burst of sweetness, then enjoy immediately or store in a sealed container for freshness.
Notes
- Use gluten-free pretzels to keep the mix gluten-free and vegan-friendly.
- Stirring every 15 minutes during baking prevents burning and promotes even crispiness.
- Store the snack mix in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 1 week.
- Feel free to substitute dried cranberries with other dried fruits like raisins or chopped dates.
- Maple syrup adds natural sweetness and complements the pumpkin spice flavor perfectly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
