10 Protein Snacks That Keep You Full Without Feeling Heavy

Many grab-and-go snacks are high in sugar or empty carbs, which can leave you hungry again fast, but these snacks have your back! These protein-rich snacks help you stay full and energized for hours. From energizing no-bake treats to simple savory options, these stabilize your blood sugar and keep cravings in check. Plus, they're quick to make and perfect for busy workdays, gym days, or anytime you need steady energy!

Keto-Friendly Tuna Stuffed Peppers

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Your go-to tuna just got a makeover. These tuna salad stuffed peppers make for the perfect quick and easy lunch recipe or a protein-packed snack. Paleo and whole30-approved, this tuna salad recipe is a budget-friendly meal you’ll make over and over. To learn more: Tuna Salad Stuffed Peppers

Double Chocolate Overnight Oats

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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

Easy Protein Buckeyes

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A classic recipe turned healthy these protein buckeyes are a dessert you’ll want to sink your teeth into! Thick bites of peanut butter wrapped in a hardened chocolate shell, this buckeye recipe is going to be a staple in your house. To learn more: Protein Buckeyes

Gluten-Free Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

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Soft and sweet, these cinnamon sugar donuts melt in your mouth! Baked in the oven and made with gluten-free flour, this protein donut recipe is a great one to have on hand for breakfast, a post-workout snack, or those days when you have a sweet craving!

Get the recipe: Cinnamon Sugar Donut

No-Bake Snickerdoodle Bars

Snickerdoodle protein bars stacked with one bar in front and cinnamon sticks and milk behind it. — Photo credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

All the classic cinnamon sugar flavor rolled into an easy, no-bake, dairy-free protein bar. These snickerdoodle protein bars are an irresistible flavor combination with a high protein twist. Made in just minutes these protein bars are a great snack to have on hand for busy moms.

Get the recipe: Snickerdoodle Protein Bars

Blueberry Maple Muffins

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Light and tender, these blueberry protein muffins make the perfect post-workout snack. With 14 grams of protein per serving, these high-protein muffins are sweetened with just a hint of maple syrup and fresh blueberries.

Get the recipe: Blueberry Protein Muffins

Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein 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

Dairy-Free Apple Mug Cake

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Indulge in a delicious treat with this high-protein apple mug cake! Made with real apples, vegan protein powder, and rich coconut milk, this apple pie mug cake is a single-serve treat that whips up in just two minutes!

Get the recipe: Apple Mug Cake

Peanut Butter Cup Protein Bars

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They taste like a peanut butter cup but have 13 grams of protein and only 12 net grams of carbs. These 4 ingredient protein bars are the high-protein snack you’ll rely on when you’re craving for sweets kicks in.

Frozen Yogurt 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