Trail Mix Raisin Chocolate & Nut

by John B Sanfilippo Son

A relatively clean trail mix with whole nuts, dried fruit, and minimal processing. The main concerns are added sugar from chocolate chunks and potential allergens, but overall ingredients are straightforward with no artificial additives or problematic oils.

• Raisins – beneficial · Dried grapes providing natural sweetness, fiber, potassium, and antioxidants, though concentrated in natural sugars.
• Expeller Pressed Sunflower Oil – safe · Mechanically extracted oil without chemical solvents, used minimally to prevent raisin clumping.
• Chocolate Chunks – safe · Simple chocolate pieces made from sugar, chocolate liquor, and cocoa butter providing flavor and energy.
• Sugar – controversial · Added sugar in chocolate chunks contributes to overall sugar content and potential blood sugar spikes.
• Chocolate Liquor – beneficial · Pure cocoa mass containing antioxidant flavonoids and providing chocolate flavor without added sugars.
• Cocoa Butter – safe · Natural fat from cocoa beans that provides texture and stability to chocolate pieces.
• Soy Lecithin – safe · Natural emulsifier derived from soybeans used in small amounts to improve chocolate texture.
• Vanilla – beneficial · Natural flavoring that enhances chocolate taste without adding calories or harmful compounds.
• Almonds – beneficial · Nutrient-dense nuts providing healthy monounsaturated fats, protein, vitamin E, and magnesium.
• Peanuts – beneficial · Technically legumes providing plant protein, healthy fats, niacin, and folate for sustained energy.
• Sea Salt – safe · Unrefined salt that enhances flavor and provides trace minerals without excessive processing.

Whole almonds and peanuts provide protein and healthy fats

Expeller-pressed sunflower oil avoids chemical extraction

No artificial additives or preservatives

Simple, recognizable ingredients

Sea salt instead of refined salt

Antioxidants from nuts and cocoa

High calorie density makes portion control difficult

Added sugar from chocolate chunks

Multiple allergens present

Easy to overconsume

Not organic - potential pesticide residues

High in natural and added sugars combined