10 Healthy Snacks to Help You Crush Your New Year Goals

Setting big goals for the year is the easy part, but finding the right fuel to get there is where the real magic happens. If you’re looking for ways to stay energized without falling back into old habits, these snacks are about to be your new best friends. They are packed with the kind of staying power you need to handle school pick-ups and workout sessions back-to-back!

Banana Matcha Smoothie

The ultimate morning pick me up! This matcha banana smoothie is creamy, refreshing, and packed with 58 grams of protein. Boost your focus and get energized to rock your day with this healthy, green tea smoothie guaranteed to perk you up.

Get the recipe: Banana Matcha Protein Shake

Low-Calorie Cranberry Energy Balls

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A tasty and convenient way to increase your protein intake! These low calorie protein balls are a bite-sized treat perfect for snacking on the go. Made with only four ingredients these snack balls are rich, whipped up in minutes, and make a healthy treat to satisfy your craving.

To learn more: Low Calorie Cranberry Protein Balls

Crunchy Cinnamon Granola

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Once you try this homemade crunchy cinnamon granola you'll never go back! Loaded with healthy nuts and seeds and flavored with caramel-like almond butter.

Get the recipe: Crunchy Granola

Lemon Date Energy Bars

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Soft and healthy these lemon date energy bars are the perfect energy boost. Slightly chewy and with only five ingredients, these homemade energy bars are great to take on long exercise bouts. To learn more: Lemon Energy Bars

No-Bake Matcha Moringa Bars

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Curb hunger and boost your energy with this healthy vegan protein bar recipe! These no-bake protein bars are dense, loaded with fuel, and contain a secret ingredient to help you re-energize. Sweetened with chocolate chips and maple syrup these energy-boosting protein bars make the perfect afternoon snack.

Get the recipe: Vegan Protein Bar

Creamy Chocolate Avocado Pudding

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This healthy chocolate avocado pudding is ultra-rich and made with only 5 ingredients, a delicious recipe to indulge your sweet tooth and get a dose of nutrients.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Avocado Pudding

Gluten-Free Protein Cookies

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Vegan protein cookies are a delicious and healthy snack (or dessert!) that gives a great source of plant-based protein. With a blend of only a few ingredients, these vegan cookies come in at 9 grams of protein.

Get the recipe: Vegan Protein Cookies

Strawberry and Cream Yogurt Parfait

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This strawberry and cream yogurt parfait makes a healthy, make-ahead breakfast recipe or snack idea for toddlers. Made with fresh or frozen strawberries, dairy-free yogurt, and sweetened natural honey. A tasty and simple meal prep recipe!

Get the recipe: Strawberry and Cream Yogurt Parfait

Healthy Lemon Collagen Muffins

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Easy to make and deliciously tart, these healthy lemon muffins will become a morning staple in your house! Sweetened with honey and packed with collagen, they make a great addition to your morning routine or midafternoon snack.

Get the recipe: Healthy Lemon Muffins

Whole30 Tuna Stuffed Avocados

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Stay full longer with these tuna stuffed avocados! A flavorful combination of tuna, and avocado make the perfect high-protein snack, easy lunch, or even tasty appetizer! They’re carb-friendly and whole30 approved which makes them a great way to kick your goals into high gear.

Get the recipe: Tuna Stuffed Avocados