Easy, high-protein recipes with what's already in your cupboard
At Beside the Mountain, I get it. You need snacks that are fast, made with real ingredients, and — most importantly — ones you feel good about handing to your kids.
Tired of hangry kids or sugary crashes? Us too. That’s why I'm sharing our favorite high-protein snack recipes — wholesome, satisfying, no weird stuff — and no hours in the kitchen (or mile-long grocery lists) required.
Protein Snacks
These are snacks with 5 grams of protein or (usually) more per serving. I would start with these yummy no-bake cookie dough bars, egg bites, and these chewy oat banana protein bars!
- Carrot Cake Protein Bars
- High-Protein Crackers
- Protein Balls without Protein Powder
- Chocolate Covered Ice Cream Bars (Healthy Dairy-Free Recipe)
Healthy Muffins
Looking for a wholesome muffin recipe? You will find delicious whole wheat muffins, my family's favorite fruit muffins, pineapple oatmeal muffins, and some sweetened with less sugar, or honey too.
- Protein Banana Muffins with Oats
- Healthy Zucchini Muffins with Yogurt
- Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins
- Morning Glory Muffins with Pineapple
Banana Recipes
- Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Banana Chocolate Balls
- Banana Oat Protein Bars
- Jumbo Breakfast Cookies
Danika Vanderpyl, C.H.N
I create snack recipes with healthy ingredients that are mostly already in your kitchen. I'm certified in Holistic Nutrition and I care about giving my kids real food. Let me share my nutrient-dense easy snacks with you.
Healthy Baking
Soft and moist muffins, chewy cookies, granola bars, and crackers, all full of flavor! Let's get to the kitchen to bake!
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Smoothies for everyday
These healthy smoothies are made with nutrient-dense ingredients, they are energy-boosting, and high in protein. Here are smoothies without dairy, and delicious smoothies for even the pickiest eaters, find your new favorite blend.
