Pumpkin Spice Protein Trail Mix

This Pumpkin Spice Protein Trail Mix brings together all the cozy flavors of fall with a satisfying blend of crunchy nuts, pumpkin seeds, chewy dried fruit, and creamy white chocolate chips. Nuts and seeds are naturally good sources of plant-based protein, but adding Garden of Life RAW Organic Vanilla Protein Powder helps give this trail mix an extra boost, making it a more satisfying snack to fuel busy days.

Yield: About 12 servings (about 1/3 cup each)
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 to 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 to 30 minutes

• 2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup
• 1 large egg white (or 2 Tbsp. liquid egg whites)
• ½ scoop (about 2-1/2 Tbsp.) Garden of Life RAW Organic Vanilla Protein Powder
• 2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
• ½ tsp. ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp. salt
• 2 cups raw mixed nuts, such as almonds, pecans, and cashews
• ½ cup raw pumpkin seeds
• ½ cup chopped dried apples
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup white chocolate chips

1. Preheat the oven to 300°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, egg white, protein powder, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
3. Add the nuts and pumpkin seeds to a large bowl. Pour the maple syrup mixture over the nuts and toss until evenly coated.
4. Spread the nut mixture into an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 16 to 18 minutes, stirring halfway through, until lightly toasted and fragrant.
5. Allow the trail mix to cool completely on the baking sheet.
6. Transfer the cooled trail mix to a bowl and stir in the dried apples, dried cranberries, and white chocolate chips. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature.