7 Meal Prep Snacks for Busy School Days

Prepare these meal prep snacks ahead of time to save busy mornings and ensure healthier choices are always on hand, for you and the kids! Between classes, sports, and homework, kids need snacks that keep their energy steady without the sugar crash. Having these ready-to-go snacks ensures kids stay energized and focused while parents feel less stressed about last-minute options. Plus, it gives you peace of mind knowing you’ve got healthy choices ready to grab!

Nut-Free Healthy Granola

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Made with a blend of seeds and dried fruit, this nut-free granola makes the perfect school-safe snack! This healthy granola recipe uses creamed honey and dried fruit for sweetness while the seeds give it a dose of plant-based protein. On top of that, it’s also grain-free!

Get the recipe: Nut-Free Granola

Vanilla Peanut Butter Energy 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

Easy Honey Banana 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

Double Chocolate Protein Donuts

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

No-Bake Pumpkin Spice Balls

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A no-bake snack perfect for fall. These pumpkin protein balls are made in just 10 minutes and give you that pumpkin spice flavor you crave with 16 grams of protein per serving. A tasty pick-me-up treat when you need some energy. To learn more: No Bake Pumpkin Protein Balls

Silky Chocolate Freezer Fudge

With 10 grams of protein per square, this chocolate protein fudge makes a tasty, bite-sized protein dessert! Silky and smooth in texture and made with only six ingredients, this chocolate fudge is naturally paleo. But best of all? It holds together at room temperature for that classic, indulgent, fudge taste.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Fudge

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