Oftentimes, snacks are oh-so-tasty but not so good for you. One exception, which has become more popular in recent years with the trend of health-conscious food, is trail mix.

Hikers and other outdoorsy people love it because it provides a healthy source of energy. But it’s also quite delicious and provides a seemingly endless variety of ingredients, including nuts, seeds, fruits, and granola.

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Combine the sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, plantain chips, and baked chickpeas in a bowl. Evenly mix olive oil through the ingredients. Add the cayenne powder, chili powder, garlic powder, and sea salt; coat evenly.
3. Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet, and bake for 12-16 minutes, or until golden brown, stirring halfway through. Remove from heat, and let the trail mix cool for 20 minutes before serving.

Instructions:

1. Combine the almonds, sunflower seeds, and dried cranberries in a bowl to make the trail mix.
2. In a separate bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, and stir occasionally. Add time if needed.
3. Lay out a piece of wax paper and, using a spoon, pour the chocolate in quarter-size circles onto the paper.
4. Pressing lightly, lay the trail mix onto each of the chocolate drops.
5. Allow each of the drops to harden, about 45-60 minutes. For quicker results, you can put the drops in the refrigerator.