10 Protein Snacks to Stay Full Without Guilt

Snacking can be one of the easiest ways to support your energy and nutrition, especially when done right. These protein snacks are especially helpful because they provide lasting fuel and help balance blood sugar. Instead of leaving you hungry again an hour later, they keep you steady and ready to take on the rest of your day. From easy no-bake treats to dessert-like indulgence, these snacks will keep you going all day!

Easy Peanut Butter Muffins

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Light & airy, these protein muffins with peanut butter make the perfect post-workout snack! With 11 grams of protein per serving these gluten-free muffins are high in healthy ingredients and flavor!

Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Protein Muffins

Dairy-Free Caramel Protein Shake

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A blend of creamy chocolate indulgence topped with sticky, sweet homemade caramel sauce! This chunky monkey protein smoothie is more like ice cream than a shake. Easy to whip up post-workout, decadent, and a refreshing way to curb a craving.

Peanut Butter Choco Chips Chia Pudding

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Creamy, delicious, and easy to make! This protein powder chia pudding is swirled with creamy peanut butter, topped with chocolate chips and packs in 19 grams of protein.

Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Chia Pudding

Rich Greek Yogurt Pudding

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Rich, creamy, and made in just 5 minutes this Greek yogurt protein pudding is the ultimate high protein snack recipe. Easy to customize and with a whopping 37 grams of protein, this recipe is a delicious, fueling snack any time of day. To learn more: Greek Yogurt Protein Pudding

Frozen Blueberry Chia Pudding

Made with frozen blueberries and nutrient-dense chia seeds this dairy-free chia pudding is not only good for you but incredibly easy to make too! So why not give it a try and see how it can power up your day!

Get the recipe: Blueberry Chia Pudding

Gluten-Free 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

Nut-Free Double Chocolate Bars

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A rich, chocolate indulgence with a little bit of fuel. These protein bars without nuts are more like dessert than a healthy snack. Made with six ingredients and covered in a dairy-free chocolate ganache these protein bars will become a staple in your weekly meal prep.

Get the recipe: Double Chocolate Protein Bars

Single-Serve Choco Chip Cookie

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With 30 grams of protein, this single serving protein cookie is a healthy way to indulge a craving. Made with a peanut butter and chocolate chip flavor, this protein cookie can be whipped up and enjoyed in just 10 minutes. To learn more: Single Serving Protein Cookie

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

Easy Gluten-Free Banana Bread

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Made with just 5 main ingredients this single serve banana bread is rich, moist, and packed with 26 grams of protein. Totally flourless, it’s a protein-packed banana bread to use when you’re craving something sweet or need a high-protein snack to get you through the afternoon.

Get the recipe: High Protein Single Serve Banana Bread