Magnesium is a key nutrient that benefits many parts of the body, from blood pressure to heart health to improving your sleep. The amount of magnesium that your body needs can vary, but these healthy snack recipes will give you a boost with 75 milligrams or more of magnesium per serving—that’s about 20% of the recommended daily amount for adults. Try our sweet and satisfying Strawberry-Almond Butter Energy Cups or our versatile and savory Sesame-Honey Roasted Cashews for a magnesium-rich bite that is as delicious as it is nutritious.
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Sesame-Honey Roasted Cashews
Photographer: Ali Redmond.
These sesame-honey roasted cashews are a sweet-and-savory snack with a toasty crunch and a hint of umami from the sesame seeds. While they’re perfect for snacking straight from the jar, they also make a delicious topping for salads, adding protein and flavor. For a fun twist, mix them into homemade trail mix or gift them in jars for an easy, crowd-pleasing gift.
Strawberry-Almond Butter Energy Cups
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
These strawberry–almond butter energy cups, with oats, dark chocolate and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, are the perfect bite to fuel your day. The combination of creamy almond butter, freeze-dried strawberries and antioxidant-rich dark chocolate creates a satisfying balance of energy-boosting nutrients and flavor perfect for an afternoon pick-me-up with just the right amount of sweetness.
Crunchy High-Protein Quinoa Bites
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen
These crunchy quinoa bites are a delicious snack packed with puffed quinoa and almond butter, offering a satisfying crunch and a boost of plant-based protein. Similar to popcorn, puffed quinoa has been heated until it pops, creating a light, crispy texture that works perfectly in this healthy snack.
Chai Energy Balls
Photographer: Stacy Allen, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
These chai energy balls are the ultimate snack—packed with flavor, fiber and just the right amount of natural sweetness. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon, cardamom and ginger, these bite-size snacks deliver chai-like vibes in every bite. And thanks to their high fiber content, they can help keep you feeling satisfied, making them the perfect snack to have on hand for busy days or pre- or post-workout fuel.
High-Protein Energy Bars
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer
This high-protein energy bar recipe is made with tahini, oats, apricots and figs for a nutritious snack designed to keep you energized throughout the day. Tahini provides a rich, creamy base to help hold everything together, while dried apricots and figs provide natural sweetness alongside maple syrup. These bars make a convenient grab-and-go snack.
Blueberry-Cashew Oat Bars
Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Josh Hoggle.
These no-bake blueberry-cashew bars with oats make a wholesome grab-and-go snack or breakfast. A chewy oat base is mixed with chopped cashews for crunch and cashew butter for creaminess. Dried blueberries add a burst of fruity flavor in every bite, while a touch of nutmeg brings warmth. They’re easy to make and hold together well for packing in lunches or stashing in your bag. Enjoy them chilled or at room temperature.
Raspberry Yogurt Cereal Bowl
For breakfast, a snack or a healthy dessert, try using yogurt instead of milk for your cereal. If you’re making this as a to-go snack, keep the cereal separate and top just before eating.
3-Ingredient Chocolate & Almond Butter Dates
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
These stuffed dates can be an easy dessert or snack when you’re craving something sweet. We love the mild flavor of almond butter, but natural peanut butter would be a nice substitute. A flaky sea salt like Maldon elevates the flavor. Be sure to sprinkle the salt over the dates before the chocolate has set.
High-Protein Lemon-Blueberry Energy Balls
Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl
These sweet and refreshing energy balls pack in the protein from almonds, almond butter and hemp seeds. Enjoy this easy snack before or after a workout or as a nice midday pick-me-up at work. The finishing glaze adds a tangy sweetness, but you can leave it off if you prefer a little less sugar.
Homemade Protein Bars
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood.
These homemade protein bars are packed with oats, almond flour, cashews and hemp seeds for a satisfying snack. Great for grab-and-go breakfasts or post-workout fuel, these bars are a smart, homemade alternative to store-bought versions. The bars come together easily—just mix, press into a pan and freeze to firm them up.
The Ultimate Gut-Friendly Snack Mix
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Styling: Christina Brockman
This curried cashew snack mix features toasted edamame—a prebiotic food that sets the stage for a healthy gut. A combination of spices and red curry paste brings flavor and heat to this grab-and-go snack. To keep the spice level on the mild side, you can swap out the red curry paste for yellow.
Trail Mix Energy Bites
photographer: Jen Causey, food stylist: Julian Hensarling, prop stylist: Josh Hoggle
These trail mix energy balls are made with black beans for a delicious, nutritious twist on a classic snack. Black beans add plant-based protein and fiber, while also acting as the perfect binder to keep the ingredients together. Dates and apricots add natural sweetness to the mixture. These no-bake bites are perfect for a quick breakfast, pre-workout bite or on-the-go snack!
Chocolate-Cherry Protein Shake
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower
This chocolate-cherry protein shake—made with Greek-style yogurt and peanut butter—is a protein powerhouse, perfect for a post-workout refuel or a satisfying snack. Cherries provide natural sweetness, and the chocolate flavor from the cocoa complements the peanut butter without any added sugar. Everything blends together in a shake that’s both nutritious and delicious!
Banana–Peanut Butter Yogurt Parfait
Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl
This banana–peanut butter yogurt parfait is a delicious and nutritious breakfast or snack that relies on the natural sweetness of ripe bananas to create a creamy, flavorful base. The combination of banana and peanut butter is a classic pairing that provides healthy fats and a boost of protein. This easy parfait is a great way to start your day or enjoy a midday pick-me-up.
Snickerdoodle Almonds
Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Addelyn Evans, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco
Tossing almonds in frothy egg whites helps the sweet and savory seasoning adhere to these festive snickerdoodle almonds. They make an excellent appetizer for holiday entertaining.
