They'll perk you up without weighing you down.
Imagine this common occurrence: You're at your workplace (home, or the office, or your fave coffee shop...), and you don't have any snacks? The horror! Getting from breakfast to lunch and lunch to dinner without noshing on something is hard. We'd never skip snacking altogether, especially since enjoying a midday bite is actually great for your metabolism (and your mental health), so set yourself up for success with a healthier, homemade option. Whether you like salty, sweet, crunchy (or all three!), there are plenty of snacks here for you for wherever you work. Check out our 59 healthy work snacks—they’re sure to curb your hanger and help you get through whatever your day throws at you.
Working from home? We’ve all made the mistake of thinking we don’t need to prepare for what we’ll eat during the day when we’re WFH. Then we found ourselves without a plan, eating a pickle out of the fridge every time we went by instead of a proper meal 😱. Same goes for snacks. If you’ve got them prepared ahead of time, it’ll be way easier to reach for something healthy. You do have your whole kitchen at your disposal, so spare a few minutes of your day to whip up snacks that are slightly more involved. Try our California sushi bites, our steamed edamame, or our stovetop popcorn (try it with different toppings!). You’ll be SO glad you made the effort.
If you’re not working from within the comfort of your own home, your snacks need to be just as yummy, easy to grab, but also portable. Instead of things that need to be eaten right away or kept refrigerated, you’re going to want shelf-stable snacks that can sit out. Craving something salty? Try our curry-lime cashews, our roasted pumpkin seeds, or our roasted chickpeas. More into sweets? Try our air fryer GF peanut butter chocolate chip cookies or our peanut butter protein balls. You can control what goes into them, meaning these healthy snacks will always win out over last-minute store-bought options.
If you really don’t have the time to make your own (we’ve ALL been there), check out our favorite healthy snacks to buy. Don't forget the main events—we’ve got quick, healthy breakfasts, lunches for work, and healthy dinners too.
1
Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs
Although boiling a pot of water is easy, just tossing as many eggs as you want in an air fryer might be even easier. Simply cook the eggs to your desired doneness then shock them in an ice bath, and you will have perfectly boiled (ok, air fried) eggs. You could eat them as they are with a bit and salt and pepper or turn them into these delicious maple bacon deviled eggs.
Get the Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs recipe.
2
Steamed Edamame
Simple, steamed edamame is an amazing snack that is nutritious and comes together really quickly. The little soybeans are endlessly poppable and are a fun, hands-on hors d'oeuvre (especially with the addition of our homemade chicken-salt).
Get the Steamed Edamame recipe.
3
Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
Tossing fruit in a blender beats cooking and washing dishes (and that's coming from people who cook for a living). With this easy recipe, all you need are a few staple pantry ingredients and 5 minutes, you’ll have a versatile, filling, and quick snackon your hands to keep you going through the day.
Get the Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie recipe.
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4
Air Fryer Crunchy Chili-Spiced Chickpeas
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these snack-able chickpeas are delicious as a crunchy topper for salads, creamy soups, or grain bowls, too. You can also toss them with hot popcorn for a pretty killer, protein-packed movie snack.
Get the Air Fryer Crunchy Chili-Spiced Chickpeas recipe.
5
Cinnamon Roll Power Bites
These "power balls" are exactly what they sound like: perfect little bites of energy that will satisfy that sweet craving. Medjool dates are paired with warm cinnamon, almond butter, cashews, oats, vanilla, and a dash of salt to make these snack-worthy bites. All ingredients come together in just 10 minutes to form sweet, soft, chewy balls that are reminiscent of cinnamon rolls.
Get the Cinnamon Roll Power Bites recipe.
6
Kettle Corn
Kettle corn is popcorn that is topped with sugar and salt. The combination makes for an addictively sweet, high-fiber treat that’s perfect for movie night, an afternoon sugar craving, or on the snack table at your next picnic or BBQ.
Get the Kettle Corn recipe.
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7
Strawberries 'n' Cream Granola Bars
These strawberries 'n' cream granola bars are so much better than the store-bought kind. Packed with rolled oats, coconut flakes, pepitas, and freeze-dried strawberries for a hit of tart flavor, these are perfect for breakfast or an on-the-go snack.
Get the Strawberries 'n' Cream Granola Bars recipe.
8
Pinwheel Sandwiches
Pinwheel sandwiches are here with their totally retro swirls, ready to be packed into lunchboxes, piled onto game day spreads, or just eaten as an afternoon snack. The best part is that there are endless combinations of fillings you can customize these with. As long as you stick with the basic formula and amounts, the sky's the limit.
Get the Pinwheel Sandwiches recipe.
9
Chia Pudding
Cooking with chia seeds might seem intimidating, but in reality this high-protein pudding couldn't be easier to whip up. Simply add liquid, give it a good stir, and let time do the rest. We like ours topped with fresh fruit—juicy berries, sweet bananas, or fragrant pears work great—and crunchy granola, but feel free to go crazy with your favorite toppings.
Get the Chia Pudding recipe.
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10
BLT Egglets
Looking for an easy, quick low-carb snack? Look no further than these BLT egglets. They’re kind of like a cross between a BLT sandwich and egg salad, but portable, and we are here for it. 🙌.
Get the BLT Egglets recipe.
11
Air Fryer Kale Chips
These air fryer kale chips are a super tasty way to start a healthy chip habit (kale has 215% more fiber than potatoes!). They take just minutes to prepare, and using your air fryer means less grease and guilt. Feel free to customize your chips with different herbs and spices—the possibilities really are endless.
Get the Air Fryer Kale Chips recipe.
12
Healthier Oatmeal Cookies
The cookie is mostly high-fiber oats, with just 1/4 cup whole-wheat flour—there are no ultra-refined starches here. But a cookie isn’t a cookie unless it’s a little naughty, so we added some quality dark chocolate chunks and tart dried cherries for the perfect bite. Everything in moderation!
Get the Healthier Oatmeal Cookies recipe.
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13
Air Fryer Everything Bagel Avocado Fries
Meet the love child of two iconic breakfasts: toasted everything bagel with cream cheese and savory avocado toast. Their superpowers combine in these irresistible avocado fries, which rely on the magical air fryer for their crisp texture, rather than deep frying.
Get the Air Fryer Everything Bagel Avocado Fries recipe.
14
Green Smoothie
For those days when we really need to get a boost of greens, we turn to this perfect green smoothie. Packed with good-for-you fruits and veggies, this smoothie has everything you need to keep you full and energized till dinner. Plus, it's downright delicious.
Get the Green Smoothie recipe.
15
Air Fryer Broccoli Ranch Tots
Switch up your normal tater tots by adding finely chopped broccoli and ranch seasoning. Bonus: Using your air fryer will give you ultra-crispy tots in half the time!
Get the Air Fryer Broccoli Ranch Tots recipe.
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16
Harissa Deviled Eggs
Bite-sized deviled eggs get a smoky kick from harissa (Tunisian chili pepper paste) in this simple but flavorful recipe. Topped with crispy fried shallots and fresh cilantro, it may stray pretty far from the original, but it’s just as delicious, and perfect for an afternoon pick-me-up.
Get the Harissa Deviled Eggs recipe.
17
Sour Patch Grapes
Put down that bag of candy! This magical recipe transforms green grapes into a sweet-and-sour snack that tastes suspiciously like Sour Patch Kids.
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18
Air Fryer GF Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
You won't believe these little cookies only have six ingredients, not including a pinch of salt (most of which you probably already have on hand!). We made 'em mini for snacking and easier packing in lunch boxes for emergency work snacks. 😊
Get the Air Fryer GF Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe.
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19
Antipasto Bites
These antipasto skewers are the snack of our dreams. Feel free to swap your faves in and out to customize these (pepperoncinis for olives, chicken tortellini for cheese...).
Get the Antipasto Bites recipe.
20
Peanut Butter Protein Balls
When you need a little energy boost, these peanut butter bites will give you new life. We wanted these protein balls to taste a little bit like cookie dough (😈), so we added some mini dark chocolate chips. Skip them if you're trying to limit sugar.
Get the Peanut Butter Protein Balls recipe.
