Looking for a grab-and-go meal that’s high in protein, full of real ingredients, and totally satisfying? This Homemade Starbucks Protein Box is your new go-to.

It’s inspired by the popular café snack boxes, but made right at home with clean, budget-friendly ingredients. You get the perfect mix of protein, fiber, healthy fats, and a little sweetness — all packed into a cute bento-style box you can prep ahead in minutes.

This is Healthy Fast Food at Home that keeps you fueled, full, and ready for anything.

Ingredients (per box):

• 1 hard-boiled egg

• 1 small apple, sliced

• 2 tbsp natural peanut butter or almond butter

• 1 oz sliced cheddar or dairy-free cheese

• 3–4 whole grain crackers (or gluten-free option)

• Optional: a few raw almonds or walnuts, cucumber slices, or dark chocolate square

Instructions:

1. Prep the ingredients
   Slice apples, cheese, and hard-boiled eggs. Portion out peanut butter and crackers.

2. Assemble the box
   In a reusable container or bento box, layer each item into its own section. Keep wet items like apples away from crackers or use silicone cups to separate.

3. Store & enjoy
   Refrigerate up to 3 days. Great for quick lunches, snack breaks, or breakfast on the go.

Sarah’s Tips:

• Make it dairy-free: Use a plant-based cheese and swap the egg for hummus and veggies.

• Want more protein? Add turkey roll-ups, Greek yogurt, or a boiled egg white + nut combo.

• Add color: Include berries, carrot sticks, or snap peas to brighten it up.

• Kid-friendly: Use sunflower seed butter and swap crackers for mini whole grain pita rounds.

Flavorful Conclusion:

This Homemade Starbucks Protein Box is clean, easy, and endlessly flexible — the kind of simple meal that helps you stay nourished and energized all day long. Whether you’re packing it for work, school, or just need something ready in the fridge, this box brings that café energy home (without the price tag).

Nutrition (per box, serves 2):

• Calories: 375

• Protein: 18g

• Carbs: 22g

• Fat: 22g

• Fiber: 5g

• Sugar: 8g