Best Healthy Snacks for College Students
These Are the 12 Snacks You Need to Keep in Your Dorm Room
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Picture this: it's late, every shop is closed, you've still got mountains of work to do, and your stomach starts to grumble. Yes, you could order some delivery pizza, but it's usually too expensive and not really what you want. Pizza won't keep you full and focussed, in fact, it'll probably make you go to sleep. Or, how about if you sleep too late and the dining hall is closed for breakfast (been there). You need an arsenal of healthy snacks to get you through long lectures and late-night study sessions, and that's where we come in. You can order these 12 picks on Amazon, and whether you love salty or sweet, you're going to want to munch on every single one of these options.
Some of our staples? Popcorn, tortilla chips, and protein bars all make the list, as do gummy bears and chocolate. None of these picks need to be refrigerated, which means they can all be kept in your dorm room worry free. Lots of these picks have a high protein content, because protein will give you long-lasting energy. Others are picks we know will make you and your taste buds so happy. We recommend hiding your new snacks from your roommate; they'll definitely be sneaking a few!
Blue Diamond Almonds, Bold Salt 'n' Vinegar
For us, almonds are a go-to snack. These Blue Diamond Almonds, Bold Salt 'n' Vinegar ($8) taste like potato chips and give us that intense flavour blast we crave. We could eat the whole bag. They're a great option when you've got a long night ahead of you, and need the protein boost.
Raw Rev Glo Vegan Gluten-Free Protein Bars
These Raw Rev Glo Vegan Gluten-Free Protein Bars ($21 for 12) taste like candy, but pack a whopping 11 grams of protein and 13 grams of fibre, so they'll keep you full and focussed. Plus, they're easy to snack on mid-lecture.
Brad's Plant Based Organic Crunchy Kale Chips
These Brad's Plant Based Organic Crunchy Kale Chips ($38 for 6) are hands down our favourite kale chips. They're cheesy but not overpowering, and we've been known to snack on them all day long.
Angie’s Boom Chicka Pop Light Kettle Corn Popcorn
You'll be munching on this Angie's Boom Chicka Pop Light Kettle Corn Popcorn ($34 for 12) all the time; it's addictive. It has the perfect mix of sweet and salty.
Quest Nutrition Protein Bar, Mint Chocolate Chunk
Packed with 20 grams of protein, these Quest Nutrition Protein Bars ($22 for 12) are a good option any time of the day, whether you're running late to class or studying in the library.
Skinny Dipped Almonds Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds
These Skinny Dipped Almonds Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds ($20) only feel indulgent.
Enlightened Bada Bean Bada Boom Roasted Broad (Fava) Bean Snack
Crunchy and addictive, these Enlightened Bada Bean Bada Boom Roasted Broad (Fava) Bean Snacks ($19 for 24) are so delicious and tough to put down. They come in so many different flavours, so anyone can find their favourite (we love the Sriracha!)
BarkTHINS Dark Chocolate Snack Variety Pack
If you've got a sugar craving, these BarkTHINS Dark Chocolate Snack Variety Pack ($13 for 3) were made for you. They come in so many yummy flavours, like coconut, pretzel, and almond.
SmartSweets Gummy Bears
Once you've tried these SmartSweets Gummy Bears ($28 for 12), you won't go back to regular gummy bears. They're delicious and only contain 3 grams of sugars.
Quest Nutrition Tortilla Style Protein Chips
If you like Doritos, you've got to try these Quest Nutrition Tortilla Style Protein Chips ($15 for eight). They're a lighter version of your beloved chips. Good luck not finishing the whole bag.
Rxbar Peanut Butter & Berries
This Rxbar Peanut Butter & Berries ($21 for 12) really tastes like peanut butter and jelly, and who wouldn't want that?
