21 Snacks You Can Make with Peanut Butter

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Credit: Photographer: Jason Donnelly, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek.

Peanut butter fans, these snacks are for you! Each of these tasty snack recipes highlight the delicious protein-packed nut butter. Whether you incorporate it in a sippable snack like our Snickers-Inspired Protein Shake or whip up a batch of our High-Protein Peanut Butter-Blueberry Oatmeal Bars, you’re sure to find something that leaves you satisfied.

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Peanut Butter Granola Bars Are High in Protein & Fiber

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Credit: Photographer: Jason Donnelly, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek.

These no-bake granola bars are a simple snack made with just a handful of pantry staples. Naturally sweetened with dates and held together with creamy peanut butter, they come together quickly in the food processor, no oven required.

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Chocolate-Covered Puffed Quinoa Bark

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Credit: Photographer: Greg Dupree, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer.

This quinoa bark combines crunchy puffed quinoa with creamy peanut butter and a drizzle of dark chocolate for a snack that’s sweet, salty and satisfyingly crisp. Freeze-dried strawberries add fruity flavor and a pop of color to each bite.

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High-Protein Peanut Butter-Blueberry Oatmeal Bars

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Credit: Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee, Food Stylist: Amanda Holstein.

These high-protein oatmeal bars are perfect for breakfast, snack time or enjoy them as a lightly sweetened dessert. A quick stovetop blueberry-chia “jam” gets swirled through the batter, creating pops of fruity flavor. Served warm or at room temperature, these soft-baked bars are an easy make-ahead option you’ll want on repeat all week.

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Snickers-Inspired Protein Shake

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Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley.

This Snickers-inspired protein shake blends banana, peanut butter, cocoa and dates for a creamy drink that tastes like dessert but works as a breakfast. Soy milk and Greek-style yogurt boost the protein, while a sprinkle of chocolate chips on top adds just the right amount of sweetness.

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Crispy Peanut Butter–Quinoa Balls

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Credit: Photographer: Ali Redmond.

These no-bake Crispy Peanut Butter–Quinoa Balls come together in minutes and deliver a perfect mix of salty, sweet and crunchy flavors. The puffed quinoa gives them a light, crispy texture that’s held together with peanut butter and drizzle of chocolate on top. Look for puffed quinoa in the cereal or natural-foods aisle of well-stocked grocery stores, or order it online. If you can’t find it, try puffed brown rice cereal instead for a similar crunch.

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Peanut Butter Stuffed Energy Balls

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Credit: Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray, Prop Stylist: Joshua Hoggle

Peanuts do double duty in this easy snack recipe: peanut butter makes a creamy center while chopped roasted peanuts add a welcome crunch to the exterior. We prefer to use natural peanut butter, which is a little oilier and looser, to help create the gooey center. Dates add a natural sweetness to this healthy snack. Use any leftover date mixture to patch any holes in the energy balls. Pack these bites in your lunchbox for a tasty morning or afternoon snack.

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Chocolate-Banana–Peanut Butter Chia Pudding

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Credit: Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Craig Ruff, Prop Stylist: Prissy Montiel.

These make-ahead-friendly chia puddings taste like dessert for breakfast. A creamy yogurt-peanut butter topping adds nuttiness while cocoa powder lends chocolaty flavor to the pudding. Flaky sea salt balances the rich chocolate shell, creating a salty-sweet combination that you’ll love.

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Mini Chocolate-Dipped Date-Apple Bites

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Credit: Peyton Beckwith

This easy, four-ingredient snack features dates stuffed with peanut butter and apples for a bite that will remind you of a caramel apple. A thin layer of dark chocolate adds the perfect amount of sweetness. Any nut butter works well here—try almond or cashew for a different flavor.

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Blueberry-Banana Peanut Butter Parfait

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Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood.

This blueberry-banana peanut butter parfait is a delicious layered breakfast that combines fruit, yogurt and nutty goodness. Sliced bananas and juicy blueberries are stacked between creamy yogurt and swirls of peanut butter for a sweet and satisfying meal. Chunky peanut butter adds a bit of crunch for extra texture, but smooth peanut butter blends in beautifully if you prefer a silkier bite.

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Peanut Butter-Banana Flaxseed Smoothie

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Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower.

This peanut butter–banana flaxseed smoothie is a creamy, satisfying drink that’s perfect for breakfast. The banana adds natural sweetness and helps create a smooth, rich texture. Peanut butter brings delicious nutty flavor along with plant-based protein to keep you full longer. Ground flaxseed boosts the smoothie with fiber and omega-3s. Blended with almond milk, it’s a quick and delicious way to fuel your day.

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High-Protein Peanut Butter–Banana Oatmeal Bars

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Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Clarie Spollen

These peanut butter–banana oatmeal bars are a perfect grab-and-go breakfast, packed with protein to keep you full and energized. The combination of oats, peanut butter and banana provides a well-balanced dose of fiber, healthy fats and natural sweetness. Plus, they’re easy to make in advance and customize with mix-ins like dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts. Whether you need a quick morning bite or a post-workout snack, these bars are the perfect choice!

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Trail Mix Energy Bites

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Credit: 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!

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Reese's Peanut Butter Cup–Inspired Smoothie

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Credit: Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Craig Huff, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong

This rich and creamy Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup–inspired smoothie mimics the flavors of the classic candy. Frozen banana lends body, while the topping of melted, hardened chocolate over the top adds a crunch to the creamy drink. For an extra dose of peanutty goodness, top it off with crushed peanuts or a swirl of peanut butter.

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Banana–Peanut Butter Yogurt Parfait

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Credit: 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.

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Peanut Butter-Banana Chocolate Bark

The key to this sweet dessert is freezing the bananas so they form the base of the bark. We use peanut butter, but you could swap in your favorite nut butter for an equally delicious treat. Be sure to have the chopped peanuts ready to go as soon as you add the chocolate layer—it hardens quickly since everything is frozen. Press the peanuts lightly to make sure they adhere to the bark.

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Apple & Peanut Butter Energy Balls

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Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely

These energy balls marry two of fall’s best flavors: apples and pumpkin pie spice. You can substitute the applesauce with apple butter for a stronger apple flavor. Don’t confuse dried apples with apple chips! Apple chips have a crisp texture that will make the energy balls too crunchy. If your apple mixture is too sticky and hard to roll, lightly grease your hands with cooking spray or simply refrigerate the mixture for 15 minutes before rolling.

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Peanut Butter–Oat Energy Cups

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Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower

These no-bake peanut butter–oat energy cups are the perfect bite-size snack, offering a delicious balance of salty-sweet perfection. They’re packed with chunky peanut butter, fiber-rich oats and just the right touch of chocolaty sweetness for a boost of lasting energy. Make these for a quick pick-me-up during the day or an easy one-bite dessert. These snacks are easy to make and even easier to enjoy!

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Chocolate-Peanut Butter Protein Shake

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Credit: Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey

This creamy high-protein shake will keep you satisfied for hours and tastes like a chocolate-peanut butter banana milkshake. You don't even need to add protein powder, thanks to the naturally occurring protein in the soymilk, Greek yogurt and peanut butter.

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Peanut Butter Yogurt Cup with Magic Shell Topping

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Credit: Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

This easy, high-protein snack tastes just like a Reese’s peanut butter cup. You can conveniently make it in the yogurt container for quick cleanup. Alternatively, if you don’t have a single-serve container, scoop 1/2 cup yogurt from a larger container into a small bowl. Any nut or seed butter would work well in this four-ingredient recipe.

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Rice Cakes with Peanut Butter

Top multigrain rice cakes with creamy peanut butter for a nutritious snack with protein and fiber to keep you feeling full.

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Chocolate–Peanut Butter Energy Bars

Dates provide all the sweetness you need for these no-bake energy bars. Each square serves up a hearty dose of protein—thanks to peanut butter and peanuts—as well as fiber from rolled oats. Kids will love the chewy bites with crunchy nuts.

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