10 Delicious High-Protein Snacks for Better Energy

When your energy dips in the middle of the day, it’s tempting to grab something sugary for a quick fix. But those snacks often leave you crashing soon after. Protein is the secret weapon your body needs for steady energy and fewer cravings, and these snacks are the way to go! From creamy delights to nutritious bites, these options are easy to prep and perfect for all-day fuel!

Creamy Lemon Chia Seed Pudding

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A creamy blend of coconut, lemon, and protein to give you a morning boost! This lemon protein chia seed pudding is an easy way to up your daily protein intake and enjoy what you eat. To learn more: Lemon Chia Seed Pudding

High-Protein Vanilla Baked Yogurt

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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 Cookie Dough Overnight Oats

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A creamy and indulgent high-protein overnight oats recipe made in a jar to make for an easy, healthy breakfast or on-the-go high-protein snack! Swirled with almond hazelnut butter and chocolate chips these cookie dough oats make for a delicious, satisfying breakfast or post-workout meal.

Get the recipe: Cookie Dough Overnight Oats

Vegan Salted Caramel Smoothie

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Enjoy this sweet and salty indulgence any time of the day! A salted caramel protein shake worthy of dessert. Made with vanilla vegan protein powder and drizzled with homemade caramel sauce, this dairy-free protein shake is the perfect afternoon pick me up.

Get the recipe: Salted Caramel Smoothie

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups

With 9 grams of protein per peanut butter cup, you can indulge in your favorite dessert without any guilt. These chocolate protein peanut butter cups make the perfect addition to the dessert table.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups

Dairy-Free Coffee Chia Pudding

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Indulge in this creamy, coffee chia pudding first thing in the morning or for an afternoon energy boost. This dairy-free chia pudding recipe is easy, make-ahead meal that can satisfy a sweet tooth just as well as it can fuel you up!

Get the recipe: Dairy-Free Coffee Chia Pudding

Peanut Butter Chia Seed Balls

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Fudge-like chocolate peanut butter protein balls made with vegan protein powder and rolled in chia seeds and coconut for added crunch. These chia seed bites are made without a food processor and come in at 20 grams of protein in just one serving!

Get the recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls

Vegan Double Chocolate Fluff

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Indulge in all the creaminess of double chocolate with this one-minute vegan protein fluff. Made with vegan protein powder and sweetened with maple syrup, this chocolate protein fluff makes the perfect high-protein snack idea.

Get the recipe: Vegan Double Chocolate Protein Fluff

Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Protein Muffins

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Light & airy, these protein muffins with peanut butter make the perfect post-workout snack! With 11 grams of protein per serving these gluten-free muffins are high in healthy ingredients and flavor!

Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Protein Muffins

Double Chocolate Protein Bars

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A rich, chocolate indulgence with a little bit of fuel. These protein bars without nuts are more like dessert than a healthy snack. Made with six ingredients and covered in a dairy-free chocolate ganache these protein bars will become a staple in your weekly meal prep.

Get the recipe: Double Chocolate Protein Bars