Trail Mix Cookies
Trail Mix Cookies is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Place racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 350°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPlace racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 350°F.
Toast nuts and seeds and oats on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing once, until golden brown, 10–12 minutes.
Transfer to a medium bowl; let cool.
Meanwhile, mix egg, butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl; let sit until nuts are cool (this will make for a chewier cookie).
Add dried fruit and chocolate to nut mixture; toss to combine.
Give egg mixture a good stir, then stir in flour.
Mix in nut mixture, smashing it against the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula, until combined and mix-ins are evenly coated in dough. (It will look like too many mix-ins, but dough will come together as it chills.) Cover and chill at least 2 hours and up to 3 days.
Reheat oven to 350°F.
Using a ⅓-cup measure or #16 cookie scoop, portion out dough, packing firmly, to make 12 cookies.
Divide between 2 parchment-lined baking sheets as you go.
Using measuring cup or your hand, press cookies into 2½"-diameter disks about ¾" thick; sprinkle with sea salt.
Bake cookies, rotating baking sheets top to bottom and front to back once, until golden brown and no longer wet-looking, 11–13 minutes.
Let cool on baking sheets.
Do Ahead: Cookies can be made 1 week ahead.
Store airtight at room temperature.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.