21 High-Protein Snack Recipes

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These high-protein snacks are perfect when hunger strikes and energy dips. Prepared with natural ingredients like cheese, eggs, chickpeas, and nut butter, these recipes will keep you fueled and energized. From creamy cottage cheese dishes to the crispy crunch of chaffles and roasted chickpeas, these snacks offer healthy, low-carb ways to power you through the day.

Parmesan Cheese Crisps

Parmesan Cheese Crisps are a cheesy delight made by baking grated cheese until golden. Enhance them by adding shredded zucchini and grated carrots. Enjoy them on their own or for dipping.

Get the recipe: Parmesan Cheese Crisps

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If you're the first to sneak a bite of raw cookie dough, these no-bake chickpea cookie dough balls are for you! Made from blended chickpeas, oats, and a touch of sweetener, they are hard to resist.

Get the recipe: Chickpea Cookie Dough Balls

Chaffles

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Chaffles, made with eggs, almond flour, and cheese, are crispy, waffle-like treats ready in minutes. Enjoy them plain or slather them with cream cheese to boost the protein even more.

Get the recipe: 3-Ingredient Chaffles

Whipped Cottage Cheese

The cottage cheese dessert craze has stuck around for a reason. It offers a delicious way to satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping you full and energized. Top with fresh fruit, chocolate chips, or a sprinkle of nuts.

Get the recipe: Whipped Cottage Cheese Dessert

Strawberry Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

You can also make ice cream with cottage cheese. Adding fresh strawberries and graham cracker crumbs to the mix gives you a refreshing cheesecake-like dessert!

Get the recipe: Strawberry Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

Deviled Eggs

This classic, high-protein snack or appetizer is beloved at parties and celebrations. But deviled eggs are an easy-to-make snack, so don't wait for a special occasion to enjoy this easy snack.

Get the recipe: 4-Ingredient Deviled Eggs

Broccoli Cheddar Muffins

Enjoy broccoli cheddar muffins for a veggie-packed pick-me-up. This bite-sized snack, made with riced broccoli, egg, and cheddar cheese, is oh-so-easy to love.

Get the recipe: Broccoli Muffins

Chia Seed Pudding

Chia seed pudding is a creamy treat made by soaking chia seeds in your favorite milk. Make this snack ahead of time and keep it in the refrigerator so it's ready when you are.

Get the recipe: Chia Seed Pudding

Chocolate Ricotta Chaffles

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Get your chocolate fix with chaffles made with ricotta cheese and cocoa powder. They're decadent, low-carb, and high in protein.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Ricotta Chaffles

Zucchini Egg Muffins

These egg muffins are a delicious way to sneak more zucchini into your diet, especially during summer. Made with grated zucchini, cheese, and eggs, they're the perfect bite-sized snack.

Get the recipe: Zucchini Egg Muffins

Shrimp Guacamole Bites

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Shrimp guacamole bites are a fancy snack featuring seasoned shrimp served over creamy guacamole and cucumber slices. These elegant bites are also perfect as an appetizer!

Get the recipe: Shrimp Guacamole Bites

Roasted Chickpeas

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These roasted chickpeas are a crunchy snack with a spicy kick and a touch of sweetness. This munchie is a popular game-day snack.

Get the recipe: Spicy Roasted Chickpeas

Almond Butter Chia Pudding

Almond Butter Chia Seed Pudding is a creamy, make-ahead treat perfect for busy days. This high-protein snack gets even better with toppings like nuts to boost the protein content.

Get the recipe: Almond Butter Chia Pudding

Easy Stuffed Mushrooms

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Enjoy mushrooms stuffed with your favorite pizza toppings. Bake them in the oven or air fry them for a quick and healthy snack.

Get the recipe: Pizza Stuffed Mushrooms

Cauliflower Muffins

Cauliflower Cheese Muffins combine grated cauliflower, egg, and cheese into an irresistible bite-sized snack. They're freezeable, too!

Get the recipe: Cauliflower Muffins

Ham Cups

Quiche in Ham Cups are mini quiches baked in delicious deli ham slices. Enjoy these tasty cups on the go!

Get the recipe: Ham Cups

Hard Boiled Eggs

Hard Boiled Eggs are a simple, high-protein snack that’s easy to prepare, especially in an air fryer.

Get the recipe: Air Fryer Hard-Boiled Eggs

Caramelized Onion Greek Yogurt Dip

This creamy dip features Greek yogurt, which provides a protein boost, and sweet, caramelized onions, which add tons of flavor. Enjoy it with veggie sticks and high-protein crackers.

Get the recipe: Caramelized Onion Greek Yogurt Dip