25 High-Protein Snacks That Aren’t Boring

1Chocolate Pretzel-Banana Protein CookiesWhy not double snack time with dessert? Women’s Health pulled together our favorite high-protein desserts that actually taste good, including these chocolatey banana cookies that yield 24 servings. Get the full recipe here.2Dried Pumpkin SeedsJavier Zayas Photography//Getty ImagesAccording to our previous research, pumpkin seeds are known to contain magnesium and be a stable source of protein. Top salads with the seeds or eat them on their own.Advertisement - Continue Reading Below3Gruyere cheeseRosemary Calvert//Getty ImagesYou may not think cheese is automatically high in protein, but this variety of Swiss cheese is the prefect way to up your protein intake. Just note that a 1-ounce serving has 117 calories, so eat it sparingly.4Protein PancakesMaria Korneeva//Getty ImagesYes, pancakes can be a snack (to us, at least). This super easy protein pancakes recipe will keep you full for hours, and includes simple ingredients like oat flour, whey protein powder, ground cinnamon, and cottage cheese. See the full recipe here.Advertisement - Continue Reading Below5Greek YogurtHUIZENG HU//Getty ImagesGreek yogurt is one of the most versatile ways to get more protein into your diet. Plain non-fat Greek yogurt contains 17 grams of protein per a single-serving container. We love to eat it topped with fresh berries for added flavor.6PeanutsWestend61//Getty ImagesPeanuts contain 7 grams of protein per 1-ounce serving. “As a legume, they provide both protein and carbohydrates, and are great sources of heart-protective mono- and poly-unsaturated fats, folic acid, and vitamin E,” Amy Shapiro, RD, and founder of Real Nutrition, tells Women’s Health.Advertisement - Continue Reading Below7EdamameJordan Lye//Getty ImagesSoybeans are more protein-packed than you’d think, with 13 grams per 1/4-cup serving. Beth Warren, RDN and author of the Book Secrets Of A Kosher Girl, explains that “they’re also an excellent source of iron and calcium.”8Cottage CheeseAnna Blazhuk//Getty ImagesDon’t sleep on cottage cheese, especially when it’s loaded with 34 grams of protein per cup serving. Jill Weisenberger, RDN, also recommends the snack for versatility, as you can go savory with tomatoes or sweet with fruit.Advertisement - Continue Reading Below9Baked Cheese SnacksNorman Posselt//Getty Images10High-Protein CerealOlga Rolenko//Getty ImagesHigh-protein cereals like Magic Spoon are perfect for low-carb diets. "It's made with allulose, stevia, and monk fruit, so it tastes like regular sugar but has 90 percent fewer calories and no impact on blood sugar,” Harris-Pincus explains.Advertisement - Continue Reading Below11Snacking CheeseBrent Hofacker / 500px//Getty ImagesHarris-Pincus recommends adding string cheese or Mini Babybels to your snacking routine. "One creamy cheese round provides at least four grams of protein and zero grams of carbs for 70 calories or less," she says.12Meal Prep Egg BitesWith 5 grams of protein per bite and 20 grams per serving, these egg bites are the ideal snack (or breakfast!) and perfect for meal-prepping. Get the full recipe here.Advertisement - Continue Reading Below13Protein BarsSimpleImages//Getty ImagesHere us out: protein bars don’t have to be boring. There are variations made with dates and topped with sea salt, while others are covered in chocolate and peanut butter. Check out some of our favorite protein bar options in this high-protein snack roundup.14Protein Muffinslisegagne//Getty ImagesGrab a protein muffin when you’re on-the-go for a boost. “Easy to make ahead of time, protein oatmeal muffins can be flavored with different fruit like banana, apples, blueberries, and pumpkin,” Maggie Michalcyzk, RDN, and recipe developer behind Once Upon a Pumpkin, tells Women’s Health.Advertisement - Continue Reading Below15Minty Quark ShakeAlexandra Grablewski//Getty ImagesThis German-style yogurt has more protein and its texture resembles that of a cheesecake, making it ideal in shake form. Marina Rösser, a senior nutrition specialist for the fitness and diet app Freeletics, revealed her go-to recipe: 1/2 cup Quark, 1/4 cup cucumber, a few mint leaves, a 1/4 cup of milk, and a pinch of salt.16Protein BallsLauriPatterson//Getty Images“Protein balls are super fun and have become so popular because they are easy to make, easy to take on-the-go, and can be customized to a ton of different flavors and preferences depending on what you like, including pumpkin, cookie dough, and every flavor in between,” says nutritionist Maggie Michcalczyk, RD. Read our full list of protein ball recipes here.Advertisement - Continue Reading Below17Beef SticksJuanmonino//Getty ImagesBeef sticks, specifically ones from Chomps, “are a powerhouse of fuel after a workout,” Stephanie Militano, RD, a registered sports dietitian and founder of SM Nutrition tells Women’s Health. “They are a great source of easy-to-pack protein.”18Canned TunaKinga Krzeminska//Getty ImagesTuna is a protein-packed snack that “provides anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids,” Silvia Carli, RD, CSCS, a dietitian with 1AND1 LIFE, tells Women’s Health. Pair the tuna with crackers for a well-rounded snack.Advertisement - Continue Reading Below19High-Protein Breadapomares//Getty ImagesYes, bread can actually be high in protein (talk about not boring!). You can even add high-protein nut butter, cottage cheese, or a sliced hard-boiled egg to level it up even more. We recommend Dave’s Killer Bread.20Easy Chocolate-Peanut Butter Protein FudgeYou only need five ingredients to whip up this dessert protein fudge: peanut butter, coconut oil, pure maple syrup, collagen peptides, and chocolate chips. Get the fullrecipe here.Olivia is a writer, content creator, and podcast host passionate about food, lifestyle, and shopping with a B.A. in Communications and Political Science. When Olivia isn’t typing away or reading Barnes & Noble’s latest psychological thriller, she can be found lying on the beach, working up a sweat at a kickboxing class, or sitting on a flight headed to her next travel destination. Her work has been seen in Glamour, Refinery29, Biography, Stylecaster and more.