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41 Office Snacks For Your Hangry 3:55 P.M. Slump
Love and Lemons
Even if you love your job to pieces and it is your Reason For Being, there is just plain no getting past that 3:55 p.m. slump. It's right about that time of day that everyone's brains collectively shut down, and every time you open an email or try to tackle something on your to-do list, your fingers are itching to type the word "Naaaaaaap" until your eyes finally submit to your will. Thankfully, you can attempt to dodge that slump with some strategically prepared afternoon snacks for the office — all it takes is a little forethought!
See, the perfect office snack is about as elusive as trying to find your one true love. It has to check off a whole host of things — ideally, you want it to be nutritious, you want it to get you through those pre-dinner hunger pangs on your commute later, and you want it to be something interesting enough that you don't just end up going down to the vending machine and wasting all your hard-earned cash money on something that isn't even that tasty. In pursuit of that unicorn of office snacks, here is a roundup of 41 different snacks you can either gather from the grocery store or challenge yourself to make in advance and take to the office. I believe in you, fellow snackers! Your one true snack lies ahead.
Cranberry Pumpkin Seed & Nut Loaf
This autumnal classic works the whole year round, offering just the right amount of sweet and filling to wake you up. Get the recipe at at Love and Lemons, and make a loaf that will last you through snack time the whole week.
Hummus And Pita
There's a reason this combination remains a quintessential office snack — hummus is easy to take on the go these days, and the punch of fiber from whole wheat pita will give you that extra energy boost you need to get through dinner.
No-Bake Almond Butter Oatmeal Bites
One batch of these from Love and Lemons will yield 12 convenient no-bake bites, just enough to have two for a snack each day (and a little extra on the days you're ~feeling it~).
Peanut Butter And Jelly Loaf
Put a grown-up twist on an old school lunch by making this loaf from Cara's Cravings at the beginning of the week to last you through all your snack slumps.
Sweet Sesame Almonds
Almonds are always a good idea for that 3 p.m. slump, but can get boring fast — bust out of your usual routine with this fun twist from The Pretty Bee.
Greek Yogurt And Oats
If you're looking for something to silence those distracting pre-dinner grumbles, then look no further than protein-packed plain Greek yogurt — style it with some fruit and honey for a sweet and tart snack.
Avocado Toast
Avocado toast isn't just for brunch, y'all. Even if you're looking for a light snack, you can divide out a quarter of an avocado on a slice of wheat bread for a perfect and filling pick-me-up.
Strawberry Ricotta Almond Toast
Satisfy your sweet tooth AND get some good fiber and protein for the rest of the day with this perfect snack recipe from Making Thyme For Health.
Tropical Trail Mix
Perk yourself up by tricking your brain into thinking you're at the beach with this tropical-inspired fuel by Making Thyme For Health.
Popcorn
Let's be real — sometimes you're not even that hungry during your slump, and just need something to munch on to stay awake. Since the last thing you want to do is drink more caffeine this close to bed, popcorn is the hero you need.
Fruit Salad And Almond Butter
The protein and fiber punch of a fruit salad topped with almond butter will perk you up without all the hassle — there's no lengthy prep for a snack as easy as this.
Almond Joy Granola
Chock full of all sorts of nutritious foods like brown rice cereal, flax, and almonds, this twist on a classic chocolate bar from Cara's Cravings is delicious to have desk side.
Three Layer Nut-Free Dream Cups
This vegan, gluten-free, nut-free dream cup recipe from Oh She Glows isn't just a great (and healthy!) afternoon pick-me-up, but the perfect solution for company functions for coworkers that have food allergies.
No-Bake Peanut Butter Chia Chocolate Chip Cookies
This easy no-bake recipe is perfect for storing during the week, and the omega-3s and fiber from the chia seeds in this Cara's Cravings recipe will make you glad you did.
Pumpkin Zucchini Chocolate Muffins
This unique recipe from The Healthy Foodie is low on the sugar responsible for that 4:30 p.m. slump, and high on protein and fiber.
Overnight Mango Blueberry Chia Seed Pudding
Take a mental vacation from your desk with this overnight recipe from The Healthy Foodie, which will liven things up with mango, blueberry, coconut water, and almond milk.
Pear And Fig Bran Muffins
Make this batch of nine muffins from The Healthy Foodie, and have a perfect (and healthy!) snack all week — plus some extra to share with coworkers, if you're feeling generous.
Quinoa Patties
Add a little flavor to your afternoon with quinoa patties from Mel's Kitchen Cafe, which will add a little pop to your step with black pepper and parmesan cheese.
Fresh Cranberry Salsa
Pair this flavorful twist on salsa from Mel's Kitchen Cafe with some chips from the break — even if it doesn't wake you up, all the questions from your curious coworkers certainly will!
Coconut Cardamom Vegan Overnight Oat Parfait With Blueberry Chia Seed Jam
Say that 10 times fast! Seriously, the effort will be well worth it when you have this symphony of flavors from Oh She Glows to perk you up during a long day at the office.
Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal
This vegan, healthy twist on a timeless cake from Oh She Glows will make you feel like it's your birthday whenever snack time finally rolls around.
Super Power Chia Bread
If you really want to get your head back into the game at that 3:55 p.m. witching hour, treat yourself to some of this nutrient-packed super power chia bread from Oh She Glows.
No Bake Elvis Bars
Eat like the King at snack time with this raw vegan, gluten-free interpretation of Elvis's notorious favorite food, by Oh She Glows.
Spicy Quick-Pickled Veggies
If your veggies are feeling a little dull lately, liven them up with this recipe from Cookie and Kate and enjoy a snack with a little more punch in its crunch.
Cranberry Orange Granola Bars
These cranberry orange granola bars from Cookie and Kate add just the right amount of zest to wake up both your taste buds and your brain.
Banana Trail Mix Bread
This mouthwatering blend of banana, coconut, cherries, and dark chocolate will get you sailing through that afternoon slump, courtesy of Cookie and Kate.
Indian Spiced Chickpeas
Add some crunch to your munching with this baked chickpea recipe from Cookie and Kate, which is perfect for the office snacker on-the-go.
Coconut Chocolate Energy Bites
Sweetened with dates and maple syrup, this snack from The Pretty Bee is perfect for when you need something sweet, but not too sweet, to get you through the day.
Vegan Cheesy Kale Chips
For the mindless muncher, this recipe from The Pretty Bee is a perfect (and vegan!) way to energize in the office home stretch.
Homemade Apple Chips
Why pay for apple chips when you can easily make fresh ones at home and flavor them however you want? Use this recipe from The Pretty Bee as a good reference point.
Peanut Butter Apple Dip
Add some energizing protein to your apple-a-day with this yummy recipe from The Pretty Bee.
Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats
These are fall perfection, but these pumpkin pie overnight oats from Veganosity will rev you up midday no matter what the season.
Savory Green Oats
This super snack from Veganosity incorporates SuperGreen Medley powder for extra protein and vitamin power, sure to help you endure the office grind.
Savory Vegan Corn And Pepper Muffins
This breakfast recipe from Veganosity is a perfect solution for snackers out there who secretly never want breakfast to end.
Cranberry Apple Compote
Top your greek yogurt or oatmeal with this sweet compote from Veganosity and your midday snack will be the talk of the office.
Raspberry Coconut Quinoa
This raspberry coconut quinoa is a fun texture departure from the usual oatmeal combo, brought to snackers everywhere by Veganosity.
Beet Chips
These baked beets from For Reals Life can't be "beet". (I'm sorry.) Truly, though, these are a snap to make on a Sunday or quickly on a weekday night before work to enjoy the next day.
Maple Hazelnut Biscotti
Not only is this biscotti from Fo Reals Life mega-delicious, it's also packed with fiber and vegan to boot. Win-win!
Vegan Mango Lassi Overnight Oatmeal Parfait
This overnight oatmeal recipe from Fo Real Life will take a bit of prep to pull off at the office, but will be well worth it for the energy boost (and bound to look adorable in the shared fridge).
Homemade Goldfish Crackers
OK, so technically these don't have to be goldfish-shaped, but live your best life, guys — courtesy of this healthy snack recipes from Food Doodles.
Coconut Apricot Bites
The perfect (and adorably sized) 3:55 p.m. wake up call, these six-ingredient bites from Food Doodles are easy to make and even easier to put in your bag on your way out the door to work. Yum!
