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    10 Healthy Snacks to Help You Crush Your New Year Goals

    Modified: Jan 7, 2026 · by Shelby Stover · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    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

    Banana matcha smoothie in a glass with red straws on a checkered wooden currint board.
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    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

    Protein balls with cranberries in a white bowl.
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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

    Mason jar full of granola with more around it.

    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

    three fruit and nut bars wrapped in parchment paper with blueberries around it
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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

    Three green vegan protein bars with matchinga in a bowl on an orange napkin behind it.
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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

    Mason jar with healthy chocolate pudding in it topped with raspberries and more ingredients around the jar.
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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

    Vegan protein cookies with chocolate chips on a cooling rack.
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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

    Two mason jars with dairy-free yogurt parfaits layered with yogurt, berries, and granola on a cutting board.
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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

    Lemon protein muffins on a cooling rack with lemons around them.
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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

    A glass bowl of tuna salad with pickles and multiple avocados stuffed with the salad around it
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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

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