Description
Delicious and easy-to-make High-Protein Snacks designed to boost energy and keep you satisfied throughout the day. These snacks are packed with nutritious ingredients like Greek yogurt, nuts, seeds, and quinoa, providing a perfect balance of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Ideal for busy lifestyles, workout fuel, or a tasty pick-me-up, they are versatile and customizable to fit vegan, gluten-free, and paleo diets.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Greek Yogurt (creamy and rich in protein)
- Almonds (healthy fats and protein, provides crunchy texture)
- Chia Seeds (high in fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids)
- Peanut Butter (adds richness and natural sweetness with protein)
- Dried Cranberries (for tart sweetness and color contrast)
- Oats (slow-digesting carbohydrates for sustained energy)
- Egg Whites (pure protein to bind ingredients without fat)
- Quinoa (gluten-free grain rich in protein, fiber, and amino acids)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Base Ingredients: Start by combining Greek yogurt or your chosen creamy base with egg whites. Stir well to create a smooth mixture that will hold all the ingredients together.
- Mix in Dry Components: Add oats, chia seeds, quinoa, and your preferred nuts or seeds to the base mixture. Mix thoroughly so the texture and protein content are consistent throughout.
- Add Sweeteners and Flavorings: Incorporate peanut butter and dried cranberries (or your choice of dried fruits), stirring gently to distribute flavors without breaking apart the mixture.
- Shape the Snacks: Using a spoon or your hands, form the mixture into bite-sized balls or bars, making them easy to grab and eat on the go.
- Refrigerate or Bake: Choose to either chill the snacks in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up or bake them at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes if you prefer a crunchier texture.
Notes
- Measure ingredients precisely using a kitchen scale to maintain consistent portion sizes and optimal protein content.
- Store nuts and seeds in airtight containers to prevent rancidity and preserve flavor.
- Customize protein levels by adding protein powder if desired without increasing bulk.
- Adjust liquid ingredients slowly to achieve the perfect consistency for shaping snacks.
- Prepare in batches and portion snacks ahead of time for convenient, healthy options throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (if baking)
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking or Refrigeration
- Cuisine: Universal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 snack ball or bar
- Calories: 150-180 kcal
- Sugar: 5-7 g
- Sodium: 50-80 mg
- Fat: 8-10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1-2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6-8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15-18 g
- Fiber: 3-5 g
- Protein: 8-10 g
- Cholesterol: 0-10 mg
Keywords: high-protein snacks, healthy snacks, gluten free, vegan options, energy boosting snacks, easy snack recipe