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.
Healthy Christmas Treats
From coconut bites that look like snowballs, to healthy brownie cookies, to green treats like matcha bites, and then there's gingerbread muffins or gingerbread bites, you will find a wholesome treat you are gonna love to make this holiday!
- Perfect Whole-Wheat Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Banana Chocolate Balls
- Gingerbread Pumpkin Muffins
- Raspberry Protein Balls
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.
- Morning Glory Muffins with Pineapple
- High Protein Quinoa Eggs Muffins
- Fresh Cranberry Orange Muffins (Gluten-Free)
- Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Muffins
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.
- Incredible Quinoa Smoothie (with cooked quinoa)
- Smoothie for Your Period
- Luteal Phase Smoothie
- Pumpkin Seed Smoothie (Super Creamy)
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.
Adventure Friendly Snacks
Try the reader's (or hiker's) favourite: nutrient-dense homemade RX bars, protein almond butter bars, and these pistachio energy balls!
Baking
Soft and moist muffins, chewy cookies, granola bars, and crackers, all full of flavor! Let's get to the kitchen to bake!
- Apple Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
- Healthy Cinnamon Cookies (Soft & Chewy)
- Chocolate Carrot Muffins
- Apple Chocolate Chip Muffins
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Wholesome Snack Ideas
For whatever adventure, or kind of day you have there's the perfect homemade snack to be had!
