Apricot Dark Chocolate Trail Mix Food

BANANA SPLIT TRAIL MIX

Steps:

• Combine the cone pieces, banana chips, chocolate covered caramels, dried cherries, yogurt-covered cranberries, nonpareils and peanuts in a small bowl. Store in an airtight container.

SUNNY'S CEREAL TRAIL MIX

Steps:

• In a large pan on medium heat, add the peanuts, butter, jelly and a few grinds of black pepper. Cook, tossing and stirring to coat, until the peanuts are coated and warm throughout, 8 to 10 minutes. Turn off the heat and add the cereal and pretzels to the pan. Toss and transfer the mixture to a parchment-lined baking sheet or the counter. Sprinkle over the peanut candies and let cool. Toss again when cool and serve at room temperature.

ALMOND LOVER'S TRAIL MIX

Steps:

• Combine the ingredients in a large bowl. Store in an airtight container.

CHOCOLATE COVERED APRICOTS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, melt chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between.
• Add shortening; stir until blended.
• Dip apricots half-way in the chocolate, shake off excess, cool on waxed paper. Let chocolate set, then refrigerate.