10 High-Protein Snacks to Stay Full All Day

Ever had a snack that leaves you hungry an hour later? It’s a frustrating cycle, especially when you're trying to stay on track with your eating goals. The key is to choose snacks with staying power, and that’s where protein comes in. These easy and delicious protein snacks help you stay energized and ready to take on the day without any hunger pangs!

Choco Chip Pumpkin Spice Muffins

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If you’re a fan of cozy fall flavors and looking for a guilt-free, fueling snack, this one is for you! These pumpkin protein muffins are a mouthwatering blend of pumpkin pie spice with gooey chocolate chips that make for the best way to satisfy your taste buds and fuel your goals.

Get the recipe: Pumpkin Protein Muffins

Coconut 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

Banana Oatmeal Balls

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Deliciously sweet, and totally simple to whip up, these banana protein balls make for a great snack! With only 121 calories but 9 grams of protein, these balls pack a punch! To learn more: Easy Banana Protein Balls

Vanilla Baked Yogurt with Blueberries

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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

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

Creamy Coffee Fudge

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Rich and creamy but packed with a hint of protein, this coffee fudge is the best kind of high-protein snack recipe. Made without peanut butter and only 6 ingredients, this protein fudge can be used as a full-on dessert or a comforting, rich chocolate snack.

Get the recipe: Dairy-Free Protein Coffee Fudge

Easy Cranberry Protein 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

Vegan Double Chocolate Muffins

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Light, airy, and easy to whip up these double chocolate protein muffins are a great way to get in some extra protein! Made with vegan protein powder and drizzled with chocolate sauce, they’ll make snack time seem like dessert! To learn more: Double Chocolate Protein Muffins

No-Bake Peanut Butter and Jam Balls

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Gluten-free protein balls drizzled with jam to make a tasty, no-bake snack! These no-bake balls contain 11 grams of protein per serving, making them a high-protein choice for busy days.

Get the recipe: Peanut Butter and Jam Protein Balls

Dairy-Free Coffee Smoothie Bowl

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Perfect for coffee lovers or those of us who need a bit more of a boost in the mornings. This coffee smoothie bowl has 28 grams of protein, a rich and creamy texture, and a deliciously comforting latte flavor. Get the recipe: Coffee Smoothie Bowl