GoMacro Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Mini MacroBar
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Moderate protein
- Very low sodium
- Added sugar
Verdict
GoMacro Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Mini MacroBar is a compact, pre-packaged snack bar for on-the-go fuel. Its main strength is a moderate protein content, while its main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, it serves as a convenient bridge between larger meals.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Pair it with a piece of fresh fruit or a handful of raw almonds for a more complete snack plate.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a balance of fats and proteins with exceptionally low sodium. Caloric density is primarily driven by the combination of sugars and fats.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 110 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 4g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbs | 14g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars | 3g | — |
| Added Sugars | 3g | 6% |
| Protein | 4g | — |
| Calcium | 6mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0% |
Ingredient Analysis
The bar is built from brown rice syrup, peanut butter, and a blend of sprouted brown rice and pea proteins. Puffed rice and chocolate chips are bound together with syrups to ensure shelf stability and a consistent texture.
Ingredients
Organic Brown Rice Syrup, Organic Peanut Butter, Organic Protein Blend (Organic Sprouted Brown Rice Protein, Organic Pea Protein), Organic Puffed Brown Rice, Organic Chocolate Chips (Organic Coconut Sugar, Organic Cocoa, Organic Cocoa Butter), Organic Peanuts.
