These Starbucks copycat protein boxes are packed with protein, healthy fats and fresh fruit, making them a great option for a healthy lunch, quick breakfast or easy snack.
Tired of spending almost ten dollars on a protein box at Starbucks? I’ve got you.
Let me show you how to easily make your own version at home with simple, wholesome ingredients.
The best part? You can prepare several boxes at once in just minutes, making meal prep for the week incredibly easy.
Why We Love This Recipe
- Easy to meal prep: Make several protein boxes at once and store them in individual containers for grab-and-go meals.
- Plenty of protein: Hardboiled eggs and peanut butter provide protein that can help keep you satisfied.
- Customizable: It’s easy to swap ingredients depending on what you have on hand.
- Budget-friendly: Making your own protein bistro boxes at home costs less than buying them individually at Starbucks.
- Perfect for busy days: Keep them refrigerated so you have a healthy lunch or snack ready whenever you need it.
Ingredients
There are 3 different protein boxes available at Starbucks, and we’re duping them all! Here’s what you’ll need:
Cheese Trio Protein Box
- Brie cheese. Find cute little mini wheels of Brie at your local grocery store or on Amazon.
- Aged Gouda cheese
- Sharp cheddar cheese
- Sea salt crackers
- Dried apricots
- Dried cranberries
Eggs and Cheddar Protein Box
- Hard-boiled eggs
- Sliced red apple
- Red grapes
- White cheddar cheese
- Multigrain bread
- Honey peanut butter. Starbucks includes single serve packs of Justin’s in their protein box.
Cheese and Fruit Protein Box
- Brie cheese
- Aged Gouda cheese
- Sharp cheddar cheese
- Sea salt crackers
- Sliced red apple
- Red grapes
How to Make a Starbucks Protein Box
Look for meal prep containers that have at least 4 compartments. You can put more than one ingredient into a compartment.
Then, fill each container with the ingredients for your protein box of choice. It’s that simple!
Variations
One of the best things about making your own protein boxes is that you aren’t limited to the Starbucks version.
- Mediterranean Protein Box: Replace the peanut butter and crackers with hummus, feta cheese, cucumber, olives and whole grain pita.
- Turkey and Cheese Protein Box: Add sliced turkey, cheddar cheese, grapes, crackers and baby carrots for a more savory combination.
- Peanut Butter and Banana Box: Swap the apple for banana slices and pair them with peanut butter, hard-boiled eggs and whole-grain crackers.
- Kid-Friendly Protein Box: Use smaller portions and include familiar favorites such as apple slices, peanut butter, cheese cubes, crackers and baby carrots.
FAQs
The exact ingredients vary depending on which Starbucks protein bistro box you’re referring to, but these boxes generally combine protein-rich foods with fruit, spreads, and crackers or bread.
The grams of protein will depend on the exact ingredients and portion sizes you use. Hard-boiled eggs and peanut butter provide a good protein base, while adding cheese, turkey, Greek yogurt or chickpeas can increase the protein content further.
Absolutely. Protein boxes are ideal for meal prep. Prepare several at once and store them in the refrigerator in sealed containers.
For the freshest texture, you may want to add ingredients such as crackers immediately before eating.
For the best quality, enjoy prepared boxes within a few days and keep them refrigerated.
Yes! A vegan option is easy to create. Replace the hard-boiled egg with hummus, roasted chickpeas, nuts or another plant-based protein source.
Definitely. Berries, strawberries, pears, and melon are all great alternatives to apple slices and grapes.
Not at all. Any clean, airtight meal prep container will work. Glass containers are especially convenient for reusable meal prep, while plastic containers are lightweight and easy to take on the go.
When you make these Starbucks protein boxes, I’d love to hear about it! Drop a rating or leave a comment below. Enjoy!
For more Starbucks copycat recipes, try these:
- Starbucks Egg Bites at Home
- Starbucks Egg White Turkey Bacon Sandwich
- Starbucks Iced Vanilla Latte
- Starbucks Iced Mocha Macchiato
Starbucks Protein Boxes at Home
Equipment
Ingredients
Cheese Trio
- 3 mini wheels brie cheese
- 3 oz. aged Gouda cheese
- 2 oz. sharp cheddar cheese
- 3-4 sea salt crackers
- 2 oz. dried apricots
- 1 oz. dried cranberries
Eggs and Cheddar
- 2 hard boiled eggs
- 1/2 sliced red apple
- 8-10 red grapes
- 2 slices multigrain bread
- 2 oz. white cheddar cheese
- 2 Tbsp. honey peanut butter
Cheese and Fruit
- 2 mini wheels brie cheese
- 2 oz. aged Gouda cheese
- 2 oz. sharp cheddar cheese
- 3-4 sea salt crackers
- 1/2 sliced red apple
- 8-10 red grapes
Instructions
- Slice sharp cheddar and Gouda cheeses into rectangles, cubes or wedges.
- Arrange the ingredients of each protein box in the compartments of meal prep containers. Cover and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
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