Portable Protein Snacks to Have in Your Pocket at Work

Work days can drag. That’s probably not shocking news for anyone (sorry for the reminder). But you know what can make the day go a little smoother? Food!

Yes, it’s important to get calories at work. Nothing can help give you a nice burst of fuel on the job like a good pocket snack.

What Are Pocket Snacks?

Hey, anything’s a pocket snack if you have the motivation. Can I interest you in a pocket egg, my good friend? Alright, we’re just messing around. Let’s make something clear about this article—we’re not talking literally.

Some of these foods can fit in your pocket, but others are just easy options you can easily bring anywhere. So, unless you’re rockin’ some heavy-duty cargo pants at work (keep on keepin’ on, my dude), then we’ll assume portability is the key idea here.

What Factors Make a Snack Portable?

There are a lot of great foods out there, but not all of them are good options for pocket snacks. For example, garlic bread tastes amazing, but it’s not exactly in the “portable” category. You don’t want to be carrying it around the office stinking up the place and getting dirty looks from your coworkers.

But it’s not just the scent you need to consider, it’s also durability and the likelihood of causing a mess. Grapes are a healthy, inoffensive food, but they can easily squish and get juice and mush all over the place.

With these out of the way, there are some specific factors that contribute to good portable snack food.

Packaged

If it’s prepackaged or air-sealed, you’re golden. The food won’t stink up the workplace and you’ll avoid spilling it, which will help keep your pockets or bag clean.

Dried or Dry Exterior

Nobody wants to carry a soggy snack all day. By the time you eat it, it might be all warm and nasty. Stick with foods that are more on the dry side and you’ll be happier.

Non-Crushable

You know why chips don’t make a great portable snack? Because they can crumble and scatter all over the place. Then you’re stuck vacuuming while everyone stares at you wondering where you got those awesome cargo pants. Avoid the awkward glares and bring snacks that won’t be ruined quickly.

The Best Portable Snacks to Store in Your Pocket at Work

Jack Link’s Beef Sticks

Could this be the ultimate portable snack? We’ll let you decide. Jack Link’s® 1.84 oz Original Beef Sticks come in convenient individually wrapped servings that contain twelve grams of protein and two grams of sugar. But beyond the nutritional details, these beef sticks are smoky with a little sweetness that adds up to excellent flavor.

Jack Link’s Cold Crafted® Beef & Cheese Combos

What’s better than a beef stick? A beef stick with a cheese stick, of course! Jack Link’s Cold Crafted® Beef & Cheese Combos come in cheddar and pepper jack options for when you’re craving mild or spicy snacks. Eat the meat and cheese sticks one at a time, or get wild and chomp into them like they’re one big stick.

Jack Link’s Beef Steaks

Just peel the packaging open and take in the aroma of a Jack Link’s® Beef Steak, the first product we ever sold. With a variety of delicious flavors like Teriyaki and BBQ, this is the perfect workday pick-me-up to help hold you up before dinnertime rolls around. Keep on munchin’, my friend.

Dried Edamame Beans

Soybeans (edamame) are a popular snack because they have a pleasantly mild flavor and solid nutritional value.

Edamame might not ignite your taste buds, but it’s a filling option that’ll give you a boost of energy without making you feel bogged down after eating it.

Trail Mix

This is a classic snack for hiking and other outdoor activities. It’s been around for generations because it’s hardy and gets the job done, and mixes can include a variety of delicious items.

Include nutritious ingredients like nuts, seeds and raisins along with some treats like chocolate chips. The result is salty, sweet and enjoyable. What’s not to like?

Protein Energy Balls

Sometimes you want something that tastes like a dessert but still has nutritional value. Enter the protein energy ball! These powerful bite-sized snacks can be made at home or purchased in stores or online.

Protein balls come in a variety of flavors and can taste like a confectionary delight, but they also have some helpful nutrients.

Seaweed Snacks

Sometimes you want something munchy but don’t want to cave in and eat potato chips. Seaweed snacks make a good alternative because they’re salty with a familiar texture.

Make Jack Link’s Your Go-To Portable Snack

When you’ve got a wild craving during the work day, Jack Link’s can give you the boost you need. Shop our products now and fuel up!