09 Mar 2008 03:50:23 | Deborah Shelton
Before you set off on your next family walk or outing, try
making one of these super easy trail mixes to keep your energy
up.
* Quick Fix Mix 2 cups mini pretzels 1 cup cheese snack crackers
1 cup honey roasted peanuts 1 cup raisins
Place all ingredients into a plastic baggie, seal, and then
shake. Enjoy!
* Chocolate Popcorn Mix 2 cups spoon size shredded wheat cereal
2 cups popped popcorn 1 cup dried cranberries 3 Tbsp. milk
chocolate chunks
Toss cereal and popcorn into a large bowl. Place the cranberries
into a small bowl. Melt the chocolate as directed on the
package, and stir. Pour the chocolate over the cranberries and
mix lightly. Add the chocolate cranberries to the cereal
mixture, and toss lightly. Spread the mix into a single layer on
a large piece of wax paper. Let it cool completely before
serving.
* Fruity Nut Mix 1/2 cup sunflower seeds 1/2 cup raisins 1 cup
dried banana chips 1/2 cup shredded coconut 1 cup unsalted
peanuts 1 cup dried fruit bits
Place all of the ingredients into a plastic baggie, seal, and
then shake. Fast, easy and yummy!
About Author :
Deborah Shelton is a mother, freelance writer, and author of the
brand new book, "The Five Minute Parent: Fun & Fast Activities
for You and Your Little Ones." Visit Deborah's website for more
family-friendly ideas: http://www.fiveminuteparent.com
