5 Go to Snacks

Do you ever find yourself scrambling through the pantry trying to find something to eat? Snacking is perfectly normal, but where it can really frustrate people is not having things on hand or getting stuck in a rut.

We’re not huge snackers, but when the need to graze hits, I like to have a variety of things on hand. My own personal rule for snacks is that they have to be tasty, but also satisfying and serve their purpose. I tend to stay away from things like chips which are way too easy to eat the whole bag and still be hungry.

Here’s 5 of my favorite snacks that leave me feeling full and good after eating them.

Rice Cakes -

Rice cakes have a bad reputation as bland health food. They can actually be really delicious. Think about it, they’re crunchy and salty which is often something people crave when reaching for a snack.

They’re a great option for people with a lot of food restrictions because they have very few ingredients. That also works in our favor because they can be jazzed up anyway you want.

I like to top mine with sugar free Sunbutter and fruit. It’s filling and a great combo of flavors.

Muffins -

I’ve never met a person who doesn’t love muffins! One might think this is a tricky snack to have regularly with allergies.

Store bought options are expensive and even though they are easy to make, you’re still looking at a bake time of 25-30 minutes which rules it out as something quick.

Or does it?

I batch cook my favorite muffin recipes and stick them in the freezer. You can take them out ten to fifteen minutes before you eat them, pop them in the microwave for a minute, or just eat them frozen.

Sounds weird, I know, but I actually don’t mind the texture when they are frozen. However you like to eat them, they are a great snack.

Veggies & Hummus -

This classic combo is a favorite of mine. Each week can be different by changing up the fresh veggies and the flavor of hummus.

One of my favorite varieties is the roasted beet hummus from Target, but I also favor the roasted red pepper variety.

While people often use hummus on raw veg, cooked works just as well. A half sweet potato with hummus is a delicious, light option to tide you over.

Energy Balls -

These are similar to muffins for me. I make them in big batches in a variety of flavors and then stick them in the freezer.

I usually include things like oats, Sunbutter, maple syrup, and some mix ins like raisins or seeds.

Because these are so easy to mix nutrition packed foods like chia or flax seeds along with the sugar boost from maple syrup, they can give you a little afternoon boost.

Fruit with Protein Dip -

This is a favorite for me. I mix up a tablespoon or two of coconut cream with a scoop of chocolate protein powder. The result makes a delicious dip perfect for fruit.

My favorite fruit to mix in is berries, but you could dip any of them in there. I go a step further and top it off with some cacao nibs for a little crunch.

You get fat from the coconut cream, protein from the powder, and carbs from the fruit to make a great, well balanced snack.

I know that a lot of people struggle with snacks, but putting together this list, I realized I could have gone on for a lot longer. Maybe I’ll do a part two!

I’d love to know in the comments, what’s your favorite snack?