High-protein snacks are one of the easiest ways to stay full, satisfied and energized between meals. Whether you're craving a creamy dip, salty snack or satisfying sweet treat, there's truly something here for everyone.
This list brings together over 30 snack ideas with something for every craving. Think savory bites with bold flavor, indulgent options that feel like a treat, and cozy snacks that bring comfort without the crash. You’ll find protein-packed classics, plant-based options, and even a few fun twists on trending recipes.
Every idea here is practical and achievable. No fancy equipment or rare ingredients. Just easy high-protein snacks you can whip up fast. These healthier snacks aren’t just good for you, they actually taste good too. Let’s make snack time something to look forward to!
High-Protein Snacks
Healthy Blender Banana Muffins (Easy, Gluten-free)
These healthy blender banana muffins are loaded with healthy ingredients like oats, bananas and greek yogurt and are so easy to make! Perfect for meal prep, on the go easy breakfasts or a delicious sweet treat!
7-Ingredient Brownie Bliss Balls
These healthy brownie bliss balls are chewy, decadent, and taste just like raw brownie batter! They're the perfect grab and go snack or guilt-free treat to meal prep for the week.
White Chocolate High Protein Chia Pudding
This white chocolate high-protein chia pudding is the perfect meal prep breakfast that will keep you energized all morning long. It's packed with protein and wholesome ingredients, but tastes like dessert!
Copycat Homemade RX Bars
These copycat homemade rx bars come together with just 6 simple and clean ingredients, making them a breeze to customize with any flavor combination you'd like!
No Bake Cookie Dough Cups
These cookie dough cups start with a date cacao brownie base, followed by a layer of soft and chewy cookie dough and are topped off with a decadent chocolate drizzle!
No Bake Chunky Monkey Energy Balls
These peanut butter cookie dough energy balls are made with 7 simple ingredients, and come together in just minutes! The texture is soft, chewy and tastes a whole lot like raw peanut butter cookie dough!
Copycat Snickerdoodle RX Bars
These Copycat Snickerdoodle Rx Bars are the perfect homemade protein bars that are both healthy and delicious! Made with just a few simple ingredients and come together in minutes!
Birthday Cake Protein Bars
These protein bars are so fun to make and take just 5 minutes to whip up! Made with good for you ingredients like chickpeas, vanilla protein, and cashew butter, they're the perfect energy boost to get you through the day!
Hailey Bieber Strawberry Glaze Skin Erewhon Smoothie
This homemade version of the Hailey Bieber Strawberry Glaze Skin Smoothie is just as tasty and costs a fraction of the price! Packed with strawberries, collagen, and that famous coconut cloud, it’s a great blend of beauty and health!
2-Ingredient Keto Cottage Cheese Bagels
These soft cottage cheese bagels need just 2 ingredients to make the bagel dough. They are low carb and keto-friendly. The bagels are easy, quick and ready in less than 30 minutes.
5-Minute Cottage Cheese Breakfast Toast
Cottage Cheese Breakfast Toast is a simple, delicious, protein-packed meal that’s ready in just 5 minutes! An easy, versatile, no-cook breakfast idea that can be enjoyed so many different ways.
Spicy Keto Tuna Cucumber Boats With Cream Cheese
These Spicy Keto Tuna Cucumber Boats With Cream Cheese are a refreshing, crunchy, low-carb 10-minute snack with a kick!
Matcha Chia Seed Pudding
This Matcha Chia Seed Pudding is about to become your new favorite meal prep breakfast (or snack!). It’s packed with antioxidants, fiber, and a gentle caffeine boost to keep you feeling energized without the jitters.
Freezer Friendly Egg White Muffins
Flavor and nutrition take center stage in a quick and easy recipe for high-protein snacks like Freezer-Friendly Egg White Muffins loaded with your choice of cheese and veggies.
Easy Cottage Cheese Pancakes
These easy Cottage Cheese Pancakes are the perfect high protein breakfast. With crisp edges and a soft melt-in-your-mouth center, you’ll never guess they are healthy, flourless and packed with 26 g of protein!
Banana Sushi
After school snacks are essential at our house. This quick and easy, protein-rich banana sushi is a favorite healthy snack your little kids or even adults will love!
Berry Honey Yogurt Parfait
Packed with creamy yogurt, fresh berries, granola and honey, this Berry Honey Yogurt Parfait recipe is a delicious way to start your mornings off right.
Jammy Eggs with Greek Yogurt and Miso Butter
These jammy eggs with Greek yogurt and miso butter are perfect for brunch. I love serving this topped with cilantro and a side of homemade sourdough.
Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls with Maple
Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls. Easing into fall with a simple and healthy breakfast.
Garden Veggies & Hummus
Garden Veggies & Hummus is a fun take on a simple snack and sure to be a crowd pleaser, whether the crowd is at home, school, or an afterschool program.
Turkey and Cheese Roll-Ups
A 7-ingredient lunch that takes 5-minutes to make. Oh, and these healthy turkey and cheese roll-ups contain 27 grams of protein to keep you full!
Air Fryer Edamame
Air fryer edamame is a quick, healthy, and irresistible snack! Lightly salty and seasoned and ready in just 15 minutes!
Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps
Fresh, easy Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps are your new best friend for lunchtime! This quick recipe comes together in minutes and is packed with protein and healthy fat to keep you feeling alert and energized throughout the day.
Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl
This creamy dreamy strawberry smoothie bowl is a refreshing breakfast made with only 4 ingredients! Top with your favorite granola and fresh strawberries for a vibrant breakfast bowl.
Soft Boiled Quail Eggs
Soft Boiled Quail Eggs are a jammy, delicious treat that add protein to salads, hors d'oeuvres, avocado toast, and more. Use our precise cooking method to achieve perfect soft egg yolks and silky egg whites.
Crispy Garlic Roasted or Air Fried Chickpeas
These Crispy Garlic Roasted or Air Fried Chickpeas are life changing. They are so easy to make and so flavorful and crunchy. I included instructions for both air fryer and oven, but I love to make mine in my air fryer.
Peanut Butter Chocolate Rice Cakes
Peanut butter chocolate rice cakes are a fun, no-fuss treat made with just three ingredients. They’re ready in 15 minutes and perfect for a sweet snack or light dessert.
Chia Pudding With Almond Milk
This tasty and super-easy chia pudding with almond milk is an excellent option for busy weekdays. It’s great for meal prep and can be made with 3 simple ingredients. Or more. How many layers and elements you want to add to your version is up to you.
High Protein Cottage Cheese Bagel Bites
High Protein Cottage Cheese Bagel Bites might just be your new favorite grab-and-go healthy breakfast. These bites are made with just 3 ingredients and are low carb as well as high protein. You can serve them with cream cheese or enjoy them on their own. Yum!
Cheese and Grape Skewers
These colorful cheese and grape skewers are the perfect finger food for your next party! Juicy grapes, salty prosciutto, nutty gouda, and peppery arugula are perfectly balanced for a sweet-salty bite.
Banana Oat Protein Muffins
These low fat Banana Oat Protein Muffins might be the best banana muffins I have ever made! They are tender, fluffy, sweet, nutty, and full of banana flavor.
Healthy Protein Chocolate Mousse (3 Ingredients)
Healthy Protein Chocolate Mousse is made with 3 ingredients: Greek yogurt, dark chocolate, and cacao powder. It's easy to make and so yummy!
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Energy Balls
These oatmeal chocolate chip protein balls are perfect for breakfast, mid-day snacking, or even dessert!
5 Trail Mix Recipes
These are my preferred hiking trail mix recipes as they have all the things you need during strenuous physical activity: filling up your tank with healthy energy, fat, sugar, some salt, and lots of minerals.
Loaded Sweet Potato Rounds
Loaded Sweet Potato Rounds are savory, crispy, and delicious. They're the perfect side or appetizer with cheddar cheese, bacon, chives, and sour cream.
Conclusion
These high-protein snacks prove that eating well doesn’t have to be boring or complicated. These recipes are high in protein, made with whole foods and are so tasty too!
I’ve worked many of these high-protein snacks into my own routine, and they’ve made snack time feel less like a struggle and more like a treat. Try a few, save the ones you love, and share them with someone who could use a little extra snack inspiration. It’s the small, everyday choices that make the biggest difference.
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