Unboxed: 13 portable nutrition bars to stock
Convenience is key for these trendy nutrition bars.
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This hefty, USDA Organic bar features 20 grams of plant protein from pea protein, almond butter and sprouted brown rice protein, plus 10 grams of dietary fiber, 280 calories and just 8 grams of sugar. We love how this bar reminds us of dense, chocolate-y fudge.
This chewy, spicy bar (made up of two individually packaged pieces) is The Ginger People’s answer to wanting more of their signature chews (you know, the ones you buy because you’re nauseous but end up eating the whole bag because they’re awesome). Inside you’ll find USDA Organic coconut sugar, ginger sourced from a cooperative in East Java, tapioca starch and pectin.
A beautiful antidote to boring lunch boxes, this ultra-clean bar from KIND contains just squished apple, strawberry, cherry and chia seeds. That’s two full servings of fruit and no added sugar.
It’s in the shape of a jumbo cookie but the nutrition is on par with a meal replacement. Each half-serving of this vegan nosh contains 9 grams of protein derived from brown rice protein and peanut butter. Be advised that it is very easy to eat the entire cookie, which will set you back 400 calories—good if you’re backpacking; bad if you’re sitting at your desk.
This USDA Organic bar combines whole grain rolled oats, cane sugar, sunflower oil, dark chocolate, peanut butter, oat fiber and more into a crunchy, 150-calorie bar that satisfies sweet cravings.
Pamela’s continued innovation across categories is impressive, and these bars don't disappoint. Entirely gluten free, grain free and vegan, each bar features wholesome organic ingredients like coconut flour, almond meal, almond butter, sunflower seeds, dates and more. Some flavors feature coffee and tea for a hit of caffeine to power through workdays and workouts alike.
A new flavor from this fast-growing chilled bar company. Inside you’ll find 320 calories of high-quality ingredients like USDA Organic peanut butter, honey, nonfat dry milk, brown rice protein, dark chocolate and a bevy of whole-food powders.
Like a dense, nutrient-packed rice crispy treat, this 160-calorie bar features an ancient grain blend that includes crispy brown rice, quinoa, amaranth, flax seeds and hemp seeds. A blend of tapioca syrup, agave syurp and cane sugar add sweetness; sacha inchi protein, cashews and almonds add good fat and protein.
The embodiment of a whole-food bar. We love how Simple Squares staunchly refuses to include any unrecognizable or refined sugars in these delicious products. Instead, each bar features organic cashews, organic almonds, organic honey, organic unsweetened coconut, organic chili pepper, sea salt and organic vanilla extract.
Perfect for throwing in your day bag or tucking into the pocket of your bike jersey, each "big bite" contains tasty sprouted almonds, coconut syrup, coconut sugar cinnamon, cacao powder and sea salt—that’s it!
Evidence that refrigerated bars have potential to become a true category rather than outliers, this chilled bar by Wella is a dairy-containing meal replacement sweetened with honey and infused with dry-roasted peanuts, virgin coconut oil, cashew butter, sesame seeds, coconut, vanilla extract and more.
Slow-roasted meat bars to coax out superior flavor and texture. These Step 3 Global Animal Partnership bars contain free range turkey, quinoa, chia seeds, ground flax, sea salt, dried butternut squash, dried cranberries, dried thyme and more—like Thanksgiving in one 11 gram protein bar.
Slow-roasted meat bars to coax out superior flavor and texture. These Step 3 Global Animal Partnership bars contain free range turkey, quinoa, chia seeds, ground flax, sea salt, dried butternut squash, dried cranberries, dried thyme and more—like Thanksgiving in one 11 gram protein bar.
Walk down the bar aisle of any natural or conventional grocery store and you'll find dozens of bars that cater to different special diets, flavor preferences, activity and time of day. It's a crowded, competitive category. But nearly every month, new nutrition bars launch into the natural channel. Is there really that much of a market for these ubiquitous convenience foods?
Essentially, yes. As brands continue to innovate in nutrition bar formulations, such as swapping cane sugar for honey, maple syrup or brown rice syrup, the category expands in size and sales growth. Such growth is partly driven by a strong consumer desire for more protein and fiber in a portable, quick-to-eat product. Here are some of the newest, trendiest players in the bar aisle.
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