9 Snacks That Help You Stop Late-Night Cravings

The kids are finally tucked in, the house is finally quiet, and you’re finally settling onto the couch for your favorite show. This is usually the exact moment that little voice in your head starts asking for something to munch on. These snack ideas are designed to be filling and fun, making sure you feel completely happy until breakfast. Instead of reaching for the same old bag of chips, these recipes are brilliant ways to stay on track while still enjoying a treat!

Fluffy Banana Protein 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

Dairy-Free Chocolate Pudding

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The ultimate craving buster. This chocolate protein pudding is made in just minutes and with only 4 ingredients. It’s deliciously rich, thick, and totally dairy-free. Use it as a dessert-like snack when you’re craving sweets but still want to rock your goals.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Pudding

Cookie Dough Smoothie Bowl

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Rich and creamy with bites of cookie bliss, this cookie dough smoothie bowl is the perfect way to fuel up and crush a craving. Made with frozen banana and coconut milk for ultra thickness, this cookie dough protein smoothie makes every day just a little bit better.

Get the recipe: High Protein Cookie Dough Smoothie Bowl

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

Low Carb Tuna Salad 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

High-Protein 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

Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins

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Soft, moist, and sweetened with chocolate chips! These chocolate chip protein muffins make the perfect snack. With 10 grams of protein per muffin and naturally gluten-free, these protein muffins will become an easy household staple.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins

Chunky Monkey 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.

Get the recipe: Chunky Monkey Shake

Chocolate Coconut Energy Balls With Dates

Sinfully indulgent but beautifully healthy! These chocolate coconut energy balls with dates are the easiest way to satisfy a sweet tooth. Naturally gluten-free, this date ball recipe is a combination of healthy fats and protein rolled into a bite-size chocolate!

Get the recipe: Chocolate Coconut Energy Balls