10 Protein-Packed Cool Treats for Healthy Summer Snacking

Summer snacks don’t have to be all empty calories. These high-protein recipes offer a lighter way to snack when the temperature rises. With the right ingredients, you can enjoy cool, refreshing treats that actually fuel your day! Perfect for hot afternoons, quick breaks, or anytime you want something to cool off while staying on track.

Dairy-Free Chocolate Protein Fudge

Protein powder chocolate fudge stacked up with chocolate chips on top and more fudge and protein powder behind it.

Indulge in this protein powder fudge recipe knowing you’re both fueling your body and curbing a craving! This chocolate protein fudge is silky smooth in texture, dairy-free, and hits you with 5 grams of protein per square. Get the recipe: Vegan Protein Fudge

Peanut Butter Yogurt Protein Bars

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Creamy, refreshing, and with 13 grams of protein, these frozen yogurt protein bars make for a delicious snack any time of the day. Swirled with peanut butter and chocolate chips for the ultimate flavor combo, these Greek yogurt protein bars are a high-protein snack you’ll make over and over.

Get the recipe: Frozen Yogurt Protein Bars

Creamy 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

Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Bars

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A crunchy, healthy dessert with a high protein twist. These protein rice Krispie treats are a rich combination of peanut butter, maple syrup, and collagen powder to bring you 12 grams of protein and a whole lot of flavor.

Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Rice Krispies

Chunky Monkey Homemade Ice Cream

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Indulge in your favorite dessert with a high-protein twist! This chunky monkey homemade protein ice cream is made with a base of frozen bananas and swirled with chocolate sauce. You can devour it from a bowl or pop it into an ice cream cone for the best summer indulgence.

Get the recipe: Chunky Monkey Ice Cream

Banana Matcha Protein Shake

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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

Chocolate Almond Butter Cups

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Super rich and made with easy ingredients these almond butter protein cups make a wicked protein dessert! Naturally dairy-free and gluten-free these little bites are protein-packed and require no baking!

Get the recipe: Protein-Packed Almond Butter Cups

Overnight Oats with Choco Ganache

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Fuel up your breakfast with these delicious high protein overnight oats without protein powder! Thick and rich these protein overnight oats are
are topped with a thick, creamy, chocolate ganache for maximum indulgence.

Get the recipe: High Protein Overnight Oats

Healthy Raspberry Frozen Yogurt

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Indulge with each bite of this high protein frozen yogurt! This protein frozen yogurt recipe is made with just six ingredients and comes with up to 19 grams of protein in just 171 calories. It’s the perfect protein dessert to brighten up your day. To learn more: High Protein Frozen Yogurt

Creamy Avocado Mango Smoothie

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Refreshing, creamy, and made with only 6 ingredients. This avocado mango smoothie is made without banana but packed full of energy. With tropical bursts of orange and mango but made creamy from avocado, it's a burst of sunshine with every sip.

Get the recipe: High-Protein Avocado Mango Smoothie