7 Homemade High-Protein Snacks to Take On The Go
These high-protein snacks are perfect for on-the-go energy and nutrition. Easy to prepare and delicious!
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter
- 1 cup whey protein powder (unflavored or your favorite flavor)
- 0.25 cup honey or maple syrup
Optional Mix-ins
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts, seeds, or dark chocolate chips (optional)
Protein Additions
- 4 ounces sliced cooked chicken or turkey fillet
- 1 ounce cheese cubes, mini babybel, or cheese sticks
- 0.25 cup roasted almonds, pistachios, or whole-grain crackers
Fresh Veggies
- 1 cup fresh veggies like carrot sticks, cucumber slices, and cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. In a large bowl, stir together the oats and protein powder. Warm the nut butter and honey until smooth, pour over dry ingredients, mix well, and press into the pan. Chill for 1-2 hours before slicing into bars.
- Arrange all ingredients in a divided meal prep container or bento box. Keep refrigerated until ready to eat.
- In a large bowl, mix oats, protein powder, flaxseed, and optional mix-ins. Stir in nut butter and honey, scoop and roll into 1-inch balls, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and stir well. Portion into small airtight containers or snack-size bags. Store at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk until smooth. Pour into a mason jar, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to thicken.
Notes
Prep several boxes at once to cover the week!