The 6 Best High-Protein Snacks To Try In 2026

Wild Fox Protein Bar Variety Pack

When you think of high-protein snacks, your mind likely goes straight to protein bars. And for good reason – they’re convenient, filling, and most importantly, packed with protein. But if there’s any time to reimagine your relationship to protein bars, it’s the new year. You have to try these out. Wild Fox certainly did a little reimagining of their own with their protein bars. Here’s why I think you should add them to your routine:

Though there are plenty of bars out there that’ll give me the protein content I’m craving, they’re often a textural nightmare: too chewy, too sticky, too gummy. Ick! Wild Fox’s bars are quite the opposite. They’re essentially like a more nutritious Rice Krispie treat. Familiar, but different. Additionally, as someone who eats a lot of high-protein snacks, I can appreciate that none of their 15-gram bars are peanut butter-forward (which I find easy to burn out on after frequent eating).

The brand’s trail mixes are also lovely, albeit they’re not as high in protein. They’ve been a very fueling desk snack and I already can’t wait to bring a bag along for summer hikes.

Brami Sea Salt & Vinegar Lupini Beans

Not to sound too crazy, but this high-protein snack is like crack to me. Brami’s pouches of protein-packed lupini beans are so nice to have on-hand for a healthy mid-day snack that’s not a sweet protein bar. I’ll literally eat the entire bag in one sitting, which has 12 grams of protein.

Aside from their fresh flavor, the texture of the lupini beans is really what keeps me coming back for more. Unlike squishy chickpeas, the lupini beans have a bit more crunch to ‘em, which is so satisfying to me. Additionally, the brand notes these beans have 50% more protein than eggs, 50% more protein than chickpeas, and two times more fiber than edamame. If you’re looking to break out from your typical routine, you’ve gotta add these to your cart.

New Primal Cilantro Lime Turkey Sticks

The same old meat stick flavors can get pretty monotonous, especially if you count on high-protein snacks to get you by and meet your daily goals. This is not the case with New Primal’s cilantro-lime iteration, though! Their turkey jerky recipe leverages a blend of lime juice, cilantro, parsley, and chili pepper for an herby and slightly-zesty bite. One stick rings in at 7 grams of protein, too, which I find is the perfect amount for a pick-me-up.

If dietary restrictions are a concern, these turkey jerky sticks are Whole30 approved, paleo, keto, and gluten-free.

Protein Pints Cookie Dough High-Protein Ice Cream

Yeah, you read that right: high-protein ice cream. As a certified sweet tooth (that still loves to gym), my prayers have been answered! Protein Pints makes seven insanely delicious flavors of ice cream, all with 30 grams of protein per pint.

Even though they’re formulated with zero artificial sweeteners, I find the sweetness level to be perfect. There’s a slight tinge of protein powder-y flavoring, but overall, each bite is creamy and rich as you’d expect from non-protein ice cream.

Lorissa's Kitchen Beef Jerky Mini Sticks

Echoing the above sentiment about boring meat stick offerings, this beef-based snack saves the day with a unique flavor profile. Jalapenos, black pepper, mustard, garlic, and onion come together beautifully.

Silk Protein Plant-Based Milk

Silk, purveyors of plant-based milks, recently released Silk Protein, a new formula that delivers 13 grams of protein per serving. (That’s the highest protein content of any refrigerated plant-based milk you can find in grocery stores at the moment.) Each sip is still so smooth and tasty, you might not notice an immediate difference compared to regular plant-based milk.

Silk says it’s a great pairing for smoothies, coffee, cereal, and more. If you’re seeking out more ways to consume protein but crave the convenience, this is a must-try for the new year.