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These satisfying snacks are anything but boring.
When I want a snack that actually keeps me full, I turn to protein-rich ingredients like yogurt and cottage cheese. They’re creamy, versatile, and make it easy to whip up something that feels a little fun without a ton of effort.
This collection does just that—think Chocolate Yogurt Pudding, Spiced Cottage Cheese Dip, and Peach Smoothies. These recipes prove you can have satisfying snacks that feel a lot more exciting than just eating yogurt straight from the container.
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Chocolate Yogurt Pudding
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“It is so ridiculously easy to make that even when I’m tired, stressed, or crazy busy, I can whip up a bowl of chocolate comfort. It’s also made with ingredients that are easy to keep on hand, and any leftover yogurt or chocolate (ha, leftover chocolate!) will not languish in the fridge.” —Robin Asbell, Recipe Developer
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Easy Whipped Feta Dip
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“I love to serve this dip with warm pita bread, naan, or crackers. Pair it with other small appetizers or dips, like marinated olives, hummus, or muhammara.” —Karishma Pradhan, Recipe Developer
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Confetti Yogurt Frosting
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“You can get creative with your choice of sprinkles. I’ve used the classic rainbow-colored, ice cream parlor variety, holiday-themed color combos, and my girls’ favorite, the confetti-style versions that include stars, hearts, or other fun shapes.” —Coco Morante, Recipe Developer
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5-Minute Ranch Dip
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“There’s just something special about making a zesty ranch dip from scratch. It’s a bit thicker than bottled ranch, has a tang that hits just right, and I love that you can make it completely your own.” —Claudia Cash, Recipe Developer
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Easy Applesauce Cake
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“It’s less of a ‘cake’ and more like a quick bread, similar to our banana, zucchini, and pumpkin breads. The batter comes together quickly, and you pour it into a square baking pan to bake. You could also easily use the same batter to make applesauce muffins instead.” —Elise Bauer, Founder
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Zucchini Fritters
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“The trick to keep them from being mushy? Drain the freshly grated zucchini of excess moisture. If you salt the grated zucchini and let it drain in a sieve over a bowl, the salt will help draw out the extra water.”—Elise Bauer, Founder
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Peach Smoothie
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“Smoothies are a quick snack or breakfast, but they can be even faster if you prep ahead of time. Measure out the peaches and banana for as many batches of smoothies as you’d like and place in labeled individual freezer bags. You can even prep the other ingredients up to a day beforehand.” —Laurel Randolph, former Associate Editorial Director
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Spiced Cottage Cheese Dip
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“My favorite way to serve spiced cottage cheese is the OG supper club way: with an artfully arranged platter of icy-cold vegetable sticks and pumpernickel rye chips. It brings back memories of the hours I’ve spent in kitschy supper clubs nestled in snowy woods where dinner was always a somewhat glamorous, hours-long event.” —Ivy Manning, Recipe Developer
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Easy Cottage Cheese Muffins
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“These aren’t your typical fluffy baked muffins—the texture more closely resembles an egg bite. However, they’re sweet rather than savory and a bit heartier than egg bites thanks to the addition of rolled oats, which help to absorb moisture. They’re made with maple syrup and a touch of cinnamon, with plenty of juicy berries baked right in.” —Molly Allen, Recipe Developer
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Instant Pot Egg Bites
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“Make a tray of egg bites, and you’ll have a protein-packed snack to pop in your mouth whenever hunger strikes! They’re easy to cook using a silicone mold and your Instant Pot, or electric pressure cooker.” —Coco Morante, Recipe Developer
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