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How to Make Plant-based Vegan Protein Snacks at Home

These protein-rich snacks quickly supply the body with new protein and new energy during high physical exertion.

They contain no chemical additives and are made from rice protein or pea protein. You can also get highly effective protein bars in various fruit variations with a peanut or chocolate taste.

The high protein content supports muscle building, activates energy reserves in competitive athletes, bodybuilding, fitness training or even at work.

A protein bar is an extremely practical snack which immediately provides high-quality protein & energy for the body and muscles.

Advantages of Vegan Protein Snacks

The vegan protein-rich diet has these advantages:

For vegans, they provide a varied addition and a valuable supply of protein
These bars are ideal for athletes and anyone who is physically active
They’re practical for on the go in leisure and work
They save time and are quickly at hand
These bars have a large selection of different flavors
They’re also healthy for non-vegans
Many vegan protein bars are low in fat and sugar
They have healthier sugar alternatives and high-quality ingredients
They’re delicious and fill you well
They last long and can be stored well in stock

Disadvantages of Vegan Protein Snacks

Of course, when there are advantages, there are disadvantages too.

The price. Many vegan protein bars can be pricey because of the high-quality ingredients they use.
Protein bars can be considered “fast food” despite having high quality ingredients. As you know, healthy fresh food made from fruits, vegetables, leafy salads are always irreplaceable.

If you are aware of these and you only use the bars as a supplement instead of a meal replacement, then that’s good!

When should I eat a protein bar?

It's best to eat a protein bar after workout. Taking additional protein after daily exercise can lead to reduced muscle soreness and signs of muscle damage.

However, it doesn't matter if you eat it for breakfast or for a snack.

What’s important is you cover your daily protein needs.

However, you should make sure that you consume about 20 g (or more) of protein in the first 2-3 hours after a workout to stimulate protein synthesis.

How many protein bars can I eat per day?

Basically, you can eat as many protein bars as you want. However, we recommend that you eat not more than 1 or 2 a day.

Protein bars are nutritional supplements which means they are just an addition to your normal diet.

So make sure you eat a varied diet with lots of fruits and vegetables to ensure you have adequate supply of vitamins and minerals.

You should also alternate your protein sources. So sometimes grab meat, fish, eggs or various legumes. Or if you’re vegan, try nuts and seeds instead of green leafy vegetables.

10 Vegan Snacks to Make at Home

1. Asian Vegan Dishes

Asian cuisine contains virtually no dairy products and naturally uses vegetables. From fried noodles to various curries--you name it, they can be made with vegetables.

But be careful, curries and other Asian dishes, use fish sauce as a basic ingredient. You can alternate this with regular table salt or pink Himalayan salt.
2. Vegan Protein Bars & Bites

Today, there are a lot of vegan protein bars made of popular superfoods that fight cravings. They’re made of nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and other natural additives.

Sugar-free and nut-free bars are also available. These bars are handy especially when you’re too busy to prepare a healthy breakfast for your kids. You can supplement their basic PB&J with vegan protein bars, for example.
3. Fruits, Nuts & Seeds

Nuts are ideal snacks because they’re packed with essential fatty acids & vitamins, they’re convenient to take anywhere and, of course, vegan!

These little pieces ensure you get a feeling of fullness quickly and your hunger is kept within limits.

Along with nuts, fruit slices are also handy snacks to satisfy pangs of hunger. Bananas, apples, pears, grapes, berries are all easy to pack together with your gluten-free sandwich or just take them as is.

Fruit slices are also popular for kids. You can make your own trail mix with your favorite dried fruit pieces, nuts and seeds.

And as easy to make are vegan energy balls from these same ingredients. Here’s a recipe for you.
4. Veggie Chips and Dips

Tired of the ‘ol homemade potato chips? Try beetroot, carrot, parsnips, kale, zucchini or sweet potatoes!

Yep, these homemade veggie chips are really cheap!

You can bake almost any vegetable, thinly sliced with a little splash of vegetable oil and your own spices. Put them in the oven at around 150°C until they are nice and crispy.

If you want to experiment more, try roasted chickpeas! With an extra vegan dip, snacking becomes a real experience.

But why not just dip fresh & raw vegetable sticks? Dip carrot or cucumber sticks into your homemade vegan dip.

Here’s our next level vegan dip recipes: Avocado & Spirulina Dip and Vegan Sunflower Seed & Tomato Dip
5. No-cheese Cheese Sticks
Here’s what you’ll need for a whole sheet full of delicious crispy sticks

250 g frozen vegan puff pastry

150 g cashew nuts

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp yeast flakes

1 tsp lemon juice

1 onion, finely chopped

1 clove of garlic

Salt & pepper

To prepare:
- Soak the cashew nuts for four hours beforehand.
- Thaw the puff pastry slices according to package instructions.
- In a pan, braise the onion cubes with olive oil and let cool.
- Puree the soaked cashew nuts together with garlic, lemon juice, yeast flakes and, if necessary, add some water in a blender. Season the “cheese” dip mixture with salt and pepper.
- Slice the puff pastries into long strips about three centimeters wide.
- Brush each strip with half a teaspoon of onion cubes and half a teaspoon of “cheese” dip and twist together at the ends.
- Grease your baking sheet and bake the twisted puff pastry strips at 180°C for 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool.
- Enjoy!
6. Popcorn

The most popular movie snack is popcorn, as we all know.

Vegan version is freshly popped fresh corn kernels with herbal salt.

Or a healthier alternative is puffed quinoa which you can definitely make at home!
7. Gummy bears

Just because some gummy bears available without gelatin doesn't mean they are vegan. In long lists of ingredients, it is difficult to recognize the hidden animal products at all.

Even dried berries or homemade fruit gums made from syrup and the vegan gelling agent agar agar are much more transparent.
8. Cookies

Small pieces of chocolate in a crispy biscuit dough really look good. However, cookies from the supermarket usually don’t contain enough nutrients and they’re always too sweet.

Homemade raw food cookies or brownies made from just four natural vegan ingredients are clearly the better snack alternative.
9. Chocolate

Almost all of us just can’t do without chocolate!

Fortunately, homemade chocolate made from cocoa butter, cocoa powder and agave syrup is ideal for experimenting with other ingredients such as raisins, nuts, seeds and berries.

This is a healthier and cheaper alternative to finished chocolate, but also the more creative.
10. Energy bars

Mass produced power bars can be expensive. And you’re not always sure of the ingredients.

Similar to protein bars, you can make energy bars or balls yourself by using natural ingredients like dried fruits, nuts and seeds.

You can also take them on the go, or simply store in the fridge to enjoy anytime you like.

Here are some vegan protein bars, bites and balls recipes you can definitely make at home:

Quinoa & Almond Vegan Protein Bars
Cook / prep time: 2 hours

Serving/s: 20 bars

INGREDIENTS:

100 g uncooked quinoa

60 g whole almonds

5 large Medjool dates

5 tbsp vegan protein powder

2-3 tablespoons of almond butter or another nut sauce

1 handful of cranberries

DIRECTIONS:
1. Thoroughly rinse quinoa in a sieve with hot water. Cook according to package instructions. Let cool for a few minutes.
2. Roughly grind the almonds with a hand mixer or alternatively use ground almonds.
3. Process all ingredients in a powerful mixer to a homogeneous mass.
4. Line a small baking dish (approx. 20 x 30 cm diameter) with baking paper. Add the bar mixture.
5. Smooth the bar mixture smoothly with your hands, No dough should stick to your hands.
6. Place the bar mixture in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
7. Slice into your desired bar shape with a knife. Wrap in sandwich paper or store in reusable containers.
TIP: The protein bars can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days--if they’re not gone before that! They can also be frozen for a few months and thawed again if necessary.
Blueberry Almond Energy Bites
INGREDIENTS:

6 tbsp almond butter

2 tbsp coconut flakes

2 tsp almond extract

1 cup oats, gluten free

1/3 cup raw almonds, finely chopped

1/4 cup flax seed meal

1/4 cup dried blueberries

1/4 cup agave nectar

DIRECTIONS:
1. Toss oats, flax seed, dried blueberries, coconut flakes, and almonds together in a bowl.
2. In a microwaveable bowl, combine almond butter, agave nectar, and almond extract. Microwave for 30 seconds, stirring occasionally to make sure the mixture is smooth.
3. Combine wet and dry ingredients. Stir until combined.
4. If you think more almond butter is needed, melt it until smooth and add with the mixture until it clumps.
5. Form the mixture into balls with a spoon.
6. Store in the fridge for 2 hours.
Black Bean Brownies
Cook / prep time: 18 mins

Servings/s: 9-12 brownie pieces

INGREDIENTS:

1 15 oz can of black beans

2 tbsp cocoa powder

2 tbsp sugar

2 tsp pure vanilla extract

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 cup chocolate chips

1/2 cup gluten free quick oats

1/3 cup pure maple syrup

1/4 cup coconut oil

DIRECTIONS:
1. Preheat the oven to 350 F.
2. Combine all ingredients except for chocolate chips in a food processor. Blend until smooth.
3. Add the chocolate chips and transfer the mixture into a greased 8×8 pan.
4. Cook for 15 to 18 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes.
5. If they look under cooked, leave in the fridge overnight to solidify.
Raw Cocoa and Almonds Energy Balls
Cook / prep time: 1 hour

Servings/s: 10 pieces

INGREDIENTS:

6 dates

30 g ground almonds

30 g of fine oatmeal

4 tbsp raw cacao

3 tsp coconut oil

DIRECTIONS:
1. Put dates, almonds, oatmeal and 1 tbsp cocoa in a blender or universal grinder. Crush everything thoroughly.
2. Melt the oil in a small saucepan or pan. Pour over the mixture and spread evenly. Mix everything well.
3. Form into walnut-sized balls, pressing them firmly together. Sprinkle the remaining cocoa on a plate. Roll balls in it.
4. Chill for about half an hour.

>>> For more recipes like these, check out our Recipes page.

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