Do you spend an exorbitant amount of time on Pinterest [1] seeking out the best healthy snacks you can find? We can vouch for these 25 delicious snacks we've cooked up that have been pinned thousands of times from our site! Gluten-free gals, vegan eaters, and Paleo cavewomen rejoice — there are a number of quick and healthy snacks on this list that'll fit the bill for your diet. Let's get pinning!
— Additional reporting by Jenny Sugar
Lemon Raspberry Muffins
Made with Greek yogurt instead of buttermilk, these lemon raspberry muffins [2] are a tasty way to get some protein without all the fat. They're light and summery with bursts of juicy raspberries — perfect to bake up for a weekend brunch or to pair with your morning smoothie.
Total Calories (per muffin): 180
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Roasted Edamame
Roasting these fiber-filled soybeans [3] brings extra crunch and flavor, and serves as a satisfying post-workout snack packed with muscle-building protein.
Total Calories: 153
Photo: Lizzie Fuhr
Lightened-Up 7-Layer Dip
Dairy and refried beans keep traditional seven-layer dip heavy on fat. For a fresh take on a favorite, try this lightened-up recipe [4] that curbs cravings but with much less fat and much more fiber.
Total Calories: 201
Photo: Lizzie Fuhr
Peanut Butter Banana Smudgies
This snack that could pass as dessert [5] is completely dairy-free, contains no added sugar, and tastes like an ice cream sandwich.
Total Calories (per sandwich): 92
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Kale Ricotta Dip
For a healthy twist on a dip that's usually loaded with calories, try this low-calorie kale ricotta dip [6]. At only 24 calories per 1/4-cup serving, it's practically guilt-free and tastes especially great with sliced veggies or baked pita chips.
Photo: Leta Shy
Peanut Butter Protein Balls
These peanut butter protein balls [7] taste like chocolate chip cookie dough but offer the ideal blend of protein and carbs you need before a tough strength-training session.
Total Calories (per ball): 107
Photo: Lizzie Fuhr
Spicy Black Bean Hummus
Here's a spicy and high-fiber twist on the basic hummus recipe [8] using black beans instead of garbanzos!
Total Calories: 43
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Roasted Honey Cinnamon Chickpeas
High in protein and fiber, chickpeas offer a satisfying crunch when roasted, and if you toss them with a little honey and cinnamon [9], you'll have a sweet treat that'll also give you a boost of energy.
Total Calories: 146
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Strawberry Banana Creams
This healthy low-calorie dessert [10] tastes like decadent strawberry cheesecake. It's made with a handful of ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, so it's a cinch to whip up. You'll be amazed it's under 150 calories per serving.
Total Calories (for eight strawberries): 145
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Banana Strawberry Apple Grape Muffins
These naturally sweet, moist muffins are sugar-free [11] and also vegan, which cuts down on the cholesterol and saturated fats.
Total Calories (per muffin): 100
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Homemade Strawberry Fruit Leather
With a food processor, an oven, and a lazy afternoon, it's easy to whip up a batch of fresh-tasting fruit leathers [12] for a fraction of the cost.
Total Calories (per piece): 15
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No-Bake Vegan Peanut Butter Crisp Balls
Perfect for Summer since you don't have to turn on the oven, these no-bakes [13] are made with all-natural ingredients like crunchy peanut butter, oats, and unsweetened coconut. They make an irresistible snack before or after a workout.
Total Calories (per ball): 79
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Banana Smoothie Muffins
Why not combine a smoothie recipe with banana bread to make banana smoothie muffins [14]?
Total Calories (per muffin): 155
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Chocolate Almond Protein Bars
These satisfyingly chewy protein bars [15] are the perfect snack for after a workout. They taste so sweet and cookie-like that your taste buds will call them dessert, plus they're vegan, which keeps cholesterol levels down.
Total Calories (per bar): 166
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Frozen Nutty Banana Nibblers
These frozen nibblers [16] make a much healthier alternative to ice cream, and because they're bite-sized, you can nosh on a little something sweet whenever your sweet-tooth cravings strike.
Total Calories (per six nibblers): 142
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Paleo Dark Chocolate Nut Clusters
In the mood for a dessert-like snack? These dark chocolate nut clusters [17] are made with less than five ingredients.
Total Calories (per three clusters): 123
Photo: Jaime Young
Gluten-Free Quinoa Pizza Bites
Here's a gluten-free, savory snack that tastes like pizza [18], but is made with the goodness of quinoa, a whole grain packed with fiber and protein.
Total Calories (per three bites): 144
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DIY Fruit and Nut Bars
These homemade fruit and nut bars [19] are made with almonds, dates, and raisins.
Total Calories: 148
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Frozen Yogurt Cupcakes
These frozen yogurt cupcakes [20] are made with Greek yogurt, fresh strawberries, and bananas. Despite being low in calories, fat, and cholesterol, they're still lusciously sweet and smooth.
Total Calories (per five cupcakes): 150
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Vegan Banana Oatmeal Breakfast Bites
Not just for breakfast, these banana oatmeal bites [21] will satisfy your cookie cravings.
Total Calories (per three bites): 148
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Almond Cherry Chunks of Energy
Vegan and gluten-free, these protein-packed nutty nuggets [22] are the perfect post-workout snack.
Total Calories (per three bites): 152
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Chocolate Hummus
While slices of crunchy apple and fresh strawberries are sweet enough on their own, isn't everything better with chocolate? Spruce up your basic snack by pairing it with this mousse-like, protein-packed chocolate dip [23].
Total Calories: 107
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Vegan Banana Apple Chunk Bread
Made with less sugar than a traditional loaf [24], it's naturally sweet from the bananas, apples, and applesauce. It's perfect for a snack but also delicious enough to devour as an after-dinner treat.
Total Calories (per slice): 147
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Flat-Belly Smoothie
Sip on this deliciously sweet smoothie [25] packed with ingredients that fight belly fat and reduce bloating. It's meant for breakfast, so just halve the recipe to make this smoothie for a snack.
Total Calories: 283
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Vegan Almond Butter Apricot Bites
If you're craving a sweet, cookie-like snack that's high in protein and flavor but don't want the hassle (and temperature) of an oven, then whip up these quick and easy almond butter apricot bites [26].
Total Calories (per two bites): 118
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