Here Are the Winners of the 2021 Snack Awards

This PB tastes almost velvety—and needs nothing more than a spoon. You wouldn’t think that turmeric and peanuts would play nice, but oh man do they ever.

Per 2 Tbsp: 210 calories, 8g protein, 7g carbs (6g fiber, 1g added sugar), 16g fat

It’s like the stuff in packets you ate as a kid, only with more fiber and less sugar.

Per packet: 160 calories, 7g protein, 29g carbs (4g fiber, 7g added sugar), 3g fat

If you prefer your oats cold, all you have to do is pour a serving of this high-protein, oat-apple-chiaflax mix into some milk, wait a few hours, and dig in.

Per serving: 320 calories, 25g protein, 45g carbs (7g fiber, 0g added sugar), 6g fat

Freezable premade nut-butter-and-jelly sandwiches you can thaw or, better yet, warm in your toaster oven or air fryer.

Per sandwich: 200 calories, 9g protein, 16g carbs (7g fiber, 0g added sugar), 11g fat

Almonds, pecans, cashews, pistachios, blueberries, cherries, cranberries, dark-chocolate chips, and coconut flakes—this combo will power you through long hikes and conference calls alike.

Per 1.5 oz: 195 calories, 4g protein, 20g carbs (3g fiber, 0g added sugar), 15g fat

Too many dehydrated fruits taste like tree bark. Not this stuff, which is dehydrated just enough to retain a slight chew. It’s also a delicious way to get your fiber.

Per 1/2 bag: 120 calories, 1g protein, 28g carbs (4g fiber, 0g added sugar), 0g fat

Whey concentrate ratchets up the protein count on this stevia-sweetened tub.

Per container: 140 calories, 20g protein, 8g carbs (0g fiber, 0g added sugar), 3g fat

Two hard-boiled, free-range eggs that you dip into everything-bagel seasoning. It’s only weird until you try it.

Per pack: 180 calories, 13g protein, 5g carbs (1g fiber, 0g added sugar), 12g fat

When the craving hits, these crunchy-as-all-get-out kettle chips satisfy. Just three ingredients—potatoes, avocado oil, sea salt—as it should be.

Per 15 chips: 140 calories, 2g protein, 17g carbs (1g fiber, 0g added sugar), 7g fat

They’re curls of crisped salmon skin seasoned with salted duck-egg yolk, curry leaves, and red chile pepper. And yes, they’re as wildly flavorful as they sound.

Per 1/2 bag: 340 calories, 18g protein, 8g carbs (1g fiber, 4g added sugar), 26g fat

Because they’re made with peas, not corn, they carry a bit of extra protein and fiber. Plus, they taste so good you won’t miss those “cooler” ranch chips.

Per 1 oz: 130 calories, 4g protein, 12g carbs (3g fiber, 0g added sugar), 8g fat

These crisp squares are made from—get this—puffed egg white, which means they contain way more protein than your typical tater chip.

Per bag: 140 calories, 8g protein, 8g carbs (4g fiber, 0g added sugar), 10g fat

This bag has it all: heat, tartness, a little “cheesiness” from nutritional yeast, and the satisfying crunch of puffy, fluffy popped corn.

Per 2 cups: 150 calories, 3g protein, 15g carbs (3g fiber, 0g added sugar), 9g fat

The chickpeas add nuttiness to the creamy cheese. Each wedge is individually wrapped, so a snack doesn’t turn into an accidental second lunch.

Per wedge: 35 calories, 2g protein, 1g carbs (0g fiber, 0g added sugar), 3g fat

All the wing-night flavors you love blended into supremely creamy hummus.

Per 2 Tbsp: 60 calories, 2g protein, 6g carbs (2g fiber, 0g added sugar), 4g fat

Red peppers, tomatoes, olives, and fusilli. Fresh take.

Per can: 300 calories, 17g protein, 25g carbs (3g fiber, 0g added sugar), 15g fat

Two of these nut-seed-fruit orbs pack an impressive six grams of fiber. Have ’em with a yogurt on the side for extra satisfaction.

Per ball: 80 calories, 2g protein, 11g carbs (3g fiber, 2g added sugar), 4g fat

Slightly spicy, not super sweet, and lower in calories than even the most keto of “ice creams.”

Per bar: 60 calories, 0g protein, 14g carbs (1g fiber, 8g added sugar), 0g fat

A little ginger, cardamom, and matcha tea add some surprise. It’s just the right amount of sweet too.

Per 1 oz: 70 calories, 12g protein, 5g carbs (0g fiber, 4g added sugar), 2g fat

Ahi tuna, marinated in sesame oil and scallions, then smoked—it’s a lean, clean protein snack.

Per 1.5 oz: 120 calories, 14g protein, 1g carbs (0g fiber, 1g added sugar), 7g fat