7 Game-Changing High Protein Snack Prep Ideas for Sustained Energy

👩‍🍳 Instructions

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   Cottage Cheese Chips: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Mix cottage cheese with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Drop tablespoon-sized spoonfuls onto the sheet, flattening slightly. Bake 25-35 minutes until golden and crispy. Cool completely. Store at room temperature for 3-4 days.
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   Protein Blueberry Muffins: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin. Whisk dry ingredients (flour, protein powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt) in a large bowl. Whisk wet ingredients (egg, milk, applesauce, oil, vanilla) in another bowl. Combine wet and dry, then fold in blueberries. Divide batter into muffin cups. Bake 18-22 minutes. Cool completely. Store at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate for 1 week.
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   No-Bake Energy Balls: In a large bowl, combine oats, peanut butter, honey, chia seeds, and optional protein powder, chocolate chips, and coconut. Mix well. Roll into 1-inch balls. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm. Store in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks.
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   Cottage Cheese Jars: Layer cottage cheese, mixed berries, chopped nuts, and a drizzle of honey in small jars. Seal and refrigerate for 3-4 days.
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   Greek Yogurt Parfait Jars: Layer Greek yogurt, granola, mixed berries, chia seeds, and a drizzle of honey in small jars. Seal and refrigerate for 2-3 days (store granola separately for crunch).
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   Hard-Boiled Eggs: Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with 1 inch cold water. Bring to a boil, then turn off heat, cover, and let sit 12-15 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath for 10 minutes. Store unpeeled or peeled in the refrigerator for 1 week.
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   Banana with Peanut Butter: Slice bananas and serve immediately with peanut butter. For prep, portion peanut butter into small containers and slice banana just before eating to prevent browning.