The High Protein Snacks Leah Itsines Has On Rotation
Because there’s so much more to high protein snacks than boiled eggs.
July 30, 2025 - Updated July 30, 2025
When we did a quick Google for high protein snack ideas, the inspo just wasn’t really doing it for us. Are Greek yoghurt, beef jerky, boiled eggs, nuts, seeds or cottage cheese really our only options? Definitely not.
We haven’t been able to get enough of Leah Itsines’ recipe collection in the Sweat app - feel-good recipes straight from Leah's kitchen to yours that are simple, nutritious and jam-packed full of flavour. And yes, there are snacks included.
Not every single snack you eat needs to be high in protein, but choosing protein-rich foods when you’re peckish or needing an energy boost is definitely a great way to feel more satisfied after eating, increase your daily intake, and support your muscle growth and recovery.
In Leah’s day-to-day life, she’s got three go-to high protein snack options, and as crazy as it might sound, not a single one of them includes cottage cheese.
Protein balls
“I have these in the fridge all the time as they make such an easy grab-and-go option,” Leah says, and you can find two of her favourite protein ball recipes in the Sweat app.
One of our faves is her No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Balls (get the recipe here!), and the other is her Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls. Both are super simple to make - just mix or blend all the ingredients together, roll into balls then refrigerate and enjoy.
Both recipes use vanilla protein powder, so feel free to use whatever type of protein you prefer, whether it’s whey or a plant-based variety.
Smoothies
The ideal snack should be high in nutrition without requiring a million ingredients or a 10-step method. That’s why Leah loves smoothies so much. Throw everything in the blender and you’re done within five minutes.
She’s got three high-protein smoothie recipes in the Sweat app - her Snickers Smoothie , Peanut Butter & Jelly Smoothie (those are her two favourites), plus a Raspberry Jelly Smoothie. Get some sweetness, fibre and nutrients from frozen banana and jam, protein powder for a boost, and extra fibre and flavour thanks to delicious additions like peanut butter, coconut, cinnamon and oats.
Protein yoghurt and berries
No recipe required for this one! Mix together a plain Greek yoghurt with your favourite protein powder, then top with berries (or your fruit of choice) for extra flavour, texture and a nutrient hit. This also makes for a delicious dessert to fill you up and satisfy your sweet tooth at the same time.
Fuel your body
Leah just nails it every time when it comes to that balance of nutritious and delicious, and the Sweat Community has been loving her recipes. There’s options for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks, every recipe is tried, tested and loved by her, as well as being balanced and nutritionist approved. Keen to try some of them yourself? A 7-day free trial is the perfect, zero-commitment place to start.
Erin is a writer and editor at Sweat with years of experience in women's publishing, the fitness industry, media and tech. She's passionate about the power of movement, and you can often find her on a yoga mat, a hike, a dance floor, in the ocean or the gym.
* Disclaimer: This blog post is not intended to replace the advice of a medical professional. The above information should not be used to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Please consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet, sleep methods, daily activity, or fitness routine. Sweat assumes no responsibility for any personal injury or damage sustained by any recommendations, opinions, or advice given in this article.
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