10 Healthy Protein Snacks That Give You Energy

You don’t need to overhaul your diet to make progress, you just need a few smart swaps that keep you going. That’s where high-protein snacks come in. They help you stay steady when hunger hits and make it easier to stick to your routine. These options are made with real ingredients and designed to give your body more of what it needs throughout the day!

Vanilla PB Protein Bars

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Easy to make, these vanilla peanut butter protein bars make a tasty post-workout snack! Made with vegan protein powder and creamy peanut butter this homemade protein bar recipe is great on-the-go and for meal prep!

Get the recipe: Vanilla Peanut Butter Protein Bars

Cookie Dough Smoothie Bowl

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Rich and creamy with bites of cookie bliss, this cookie dough smoothie bowl is the perfect way to fuel up and crush a craving. Made with frozen banana and coconut milk for ultra thickness, this cookie dough protein smoothie makes every day just a little bit better.

Get the recipe: High Protein Cookie Dough Smoothie Bowl

Dairy-Free Chocolate Pudding

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The ultimate craving buster. This chocolate protein pudding is made in just minutes and with only 4 ingredients. It’s deliciously rich, thick, and totally dairy-free. Use it as a dessert-like snack when you’re craving sweets but still want to rock your goals.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Pudding

Gluten-Free Banana Protein Muffins

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Super light and easy to make these banana protein muffins are a great way to fuel up on the go! Naturally, dairy-free and gluten-free these nut-free muffins use bananas to keep them from getting too dense and honey for a bit of sweetness.

Get the recipe: Nut-Free Banana Protein Muffins

Creamy Blueberry Chia Pudding

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This creamy and indulgent blueberry chia pudding is packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants making it the perfect choice for a mid-day pick-me-up. Made with frozen blueberries and nutrient-dense chia seeds this dairy-free chia pudding is not only good for you but incredibly easy to make too! So why not give it a try and see how it can power up your day!

Get the recipe: High-Protein Blueberry Chia Pudding

Chocolate Donuts with Sprinkles

Learn how to make gluten-free chocolate protein donuts and start ENJOYING snack time! These protein donuts are chewy, filling, and the perfect way to kickstart your day or fuel up post-workout. With 12 grams of protein per donut, this snack is one you’ll want to make over and over again.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Protein Donuts

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

Vanilla Baked Yogurt with Berries

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A delicious, high-protein snack or crazy simple protein dessert. This baked yogurt is loaded with rich vanilla flavor wrapped into a warm, custard-like filling. The easiest way to amp up your protein and enjoy what you eat.

Get the recipe: High Protein Baked Yogurt

Easy Choco Chip Vegan 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

Sticky Chocolate Protein Pudding

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With 13 grams of protein per bowl, this chocolate protein pudding recipe makes the perfect bedtime snack! Made with only five ingredients protein pudding is an easy way to bump up your intake for the day.

Get the recipe: Sticky Chocolate Protein Pudding