Move over, chips and sad 100-calorie cracker packs—there’s a new snacking strategy in town, and it’s built around one goal: more protein.
I learned pretty early in my meal prep journey that snacks make or break my day. When I don’t plan ahead, I find myself reaching for whatever’s quick—which usually isn’t satisfying or supportive of my goals. That’s why I’ve become a big fan of protein-packed snacks.
Why Protein Is the Snack MVP
Protein is a macronutrient powerhouse. It digests slowly, keeps your blood sugar stable, and helps you feel fuller for longer. When I focus on protein between meals, I:
- Avoid afternoon crashes
- Feel more satisfied throughout the day
- Stay on track with fat loss or maintenance
- Reduce cravings and late-night snacking
If you’re trying to manage your weight, build muscle, or just stop relying on vending machine snacks, upping your protein is one of the easiest, most effective moves you can make.
Your Go-To List: 23 Protein-Packed Snacks to Meal Prep
These snacks are:
- Easy to prep ahead
- Portable (for work, school, or road trips)
- Balanced, filling, and tasty
- Designed to help you hit your protein goals
Here’s a mix of sweet, savory, high-protein, and low-prep options to keep your snack game strong.
SWEET protein packed meal prep snacks
Protein Peanut Butter Energy Bites
Can you think of anything better than popping a little no-bake peanut butter and chocolate treat into your mouth?
Think the most luscious carrot cake you have ever eaten turned into healthy, protein packed bite sized treats. Need we say more?
All you need is 7 ingredients, 15 minutes and 1 bowl to make all of your childhood PB&J dreams come true!
Healthy Chocolate Chip Raspberry Crispy Granola Bars
Outside of peanut butter and chocolate, we can’t think of a better combination than chocolate and raspberry! These crispy no bake bars are almost too easy!
Flourless Protein Brownie Bites
Brownies for a snack? Yes! Especially when they are made with only 4 ingredients and pack in a healthy dose of protein!
Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Bars
Want a snack to tantalize your taste buds? These salty & sweet bars are where it’s at! Oh, and the chocolate is an extra bonus.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Bars
We couldn’t only give one one peanut butter and chocolate option. Here is a raw and vegan bar that simple and sweet with a bit of crunch.
Chocolate Raspberry Protein Bars
The secret to getting through a busy day: Chocolate Raspberry Protein Bars. They are perfect to keep stashed in your desk.
Who would have thought that all of the flavors of apple pie could be transformed into a portable bar that is loaded with protein? And it’s healthy!
You will never guess what the protein add in is for this sweet, vegan granola! It will change your love for granola forever.
There is nothing we like better in a good granola recipe than huge oat clusters! They make for the perfect grab ‘n go snack.
Really, Cinnamon Bun Popcorn? Do you need another reason to make this high protein snack? We didn’t think so.
SAVORY protein packed meal prep snacks
Honey Mustard Roasted Chickpeas
High protein, crunchy and super tasty. This savory snack is one nutrient dense recipe.
High protein. High fiber. 100% customizable. These snack boxes are an easy on-the-go no bake meal prep idea.
Chickpea, Potato & Broccoli Patties
Squeeze in all your veggies with these hand held high-protein snack patties.
For the moments when you want something salty kick in. Here you go. Homemade jerky is the most cost effective way to go! And loaded with protein.
Garlic, ginger, soy sauce, cayenne and honey, I’m sure you can imagine how addicting these are!
These Easy Egg Wraps are perfect for a low-carb, high-protein snack. Make several ahead of time and filled with things like turkey, avocado, cheese, hummus and more.
Roasted Garlic Edamame Hummus & Crackers
Add extra protein to your afternoon hummus by using edamame. Serve with cracker for a filling and flavorful pick me up.
One of the biggest temptations in the food world is sour cream and onion potato chips. With a bowl of these sour cream and onion cashews at your side, you may never crave carb-loaded snacks again!
High Protein Black Bean Dip & Veggies
This high protein dip tastes so simplistically natural it’s worth just spreading on toast as a post-workout snack!
Putting avocado into eggs tastes surprisingly great and it’s a healthier way to make those eggs creamy! Put a few of these bite sizes low carb snacks into your meal prep bag to keep you full all afternoon.
Loaded with omega 3 fatty acids, salmon is a high protein staple for many health conscious eaters. Take a few of these to work for a finger snack mid-afternoon.
In Summary
When I keep protein-forward snacks on hand, I snack less, feel more in control, and don’t have to rely on willpower at 3pm.
Meal prepping your snacks takes 20–30 minutes on a Sunday—and it sets you up for success all week long.
Need Snack Prep Inspiration?
Check out the snack recipe section at Meal Prep on Fleek for high-protein snack recipes that are easy to make and hard to resist.
Or simplify everything with the Workweek Lunch Meal Planner. It helps you:
- Plan your snacks and meals in minutes
- Hit your protein goals without thinking
- Avoid impulse snacking or fast food stops
