Chocolate Insect Power Trail Mix

National Food Day invites playful American snacking, and this mix coats roasted crickets and mealworms in dark chocolate for a crunchy twist. Almonds, cranberries, and pumpkin seeds finish the sweet-salty handful.

Serves 4 · 15 min prep · 10 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 420 cal
• 18g protein
• 38g carbs
• 26g fat
• 3g fiber

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Ingredients

• 1 cup roasted crickets
• 3/4 cup roasted mealworms
• 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips
• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 cup roasted almonds
• 3/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp flaky finishing salt

Instructions

1. 1Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set it near your workspace so the chocolate-coated insects can cool quickly.
2. 2Place the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of barely simmering water, stirring constantly until the mixture is completely smooth and glossy.
3. 3Remove the bowl from the heat and immediately fold in the roasted crickets and roasted mealworms until every insect is thoroughly coated in the melted chocolate.
4. 4Spread the chocolate-covered insects in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, separating any clumps with a fork so they harden individually.
5. 5Sprinkle the sea salt evenly over the warm chocolate insects, then transfer the sheet to the refrigerator for 15 minutes until the coating is fully set and snappy.
6. 6Meanwhile, combine the roasted almonds, dried cranberries, and pumpkin seeds in a large mixing bowl.
7. 7Once the chocolate insects are firm, break apart any remaining clusters and add them to the bowl with the nuts and fruit.
8. 8Toss everything gently but thoroughly so the chocolate insects are evenly distributed throughout the mix.
9. 9Finish with a light scatter of flaky finishing salt, give one final toss, and portion into airtight jars or serve immediately in small bowls.
10. 10Store any leftovers in a cool pantry for up to five days, giving the jar a shake before each serving to redistribute the insects.