TRUBAR Shake It, Bake It, Birthday Cake It
Why It Scored This Way
Good overall nutrition gives this product clear value, though some processing or minor tradeoffs keep it from ranking higher.
- Protein
- Fiber
- Saturated Fat
- Added Sugar
Verdict
TRUBAR 12g Plant Based Protein Bars are chewy, ready-to-eat snacks designed for on-the-go fuel. Their main strength is a high protein content for this category, while their main tradeoff is the presence of added cane sugar. Overall, they serve as a convenient energy boost between larger meals.
How to Use This
Suitable for regular use a few times per week within a balanced diet, especially as part of a complete meal. Pair it with a piece of fresh fruit or a handful of raw almonds for a more complete snack plate.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is defined by a strong balance of protein and fiber, though it contains a moderate amount of saturated fat and added sugars.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 190 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 8g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 105mg | 5% |
| Total Carbs | 24g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber | 10g | 36% |
| Added Sugars | 6g | 12% |
| Protein | 12g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 41mg | 4% |
| Iron | 5mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 73mg | 2% |
Ingredient Analysis
The bars are built from a base of tapioca and cassava fiber combined with brown rice and pea proteins and cashews. The formulation is further modified with palm oil, natural flavors, and a variety of plant-based extracts for color and sweetness.
Ingredients
TAPIOCA FIBER AND CASSAVA BLEND, PLANT FUELED PROTEIN BLEND (WHOLE GRAIN BROWN RICE PROTEIN, ORGANIC PEA PROTEIN), CASHEWS, ORGANIC CANE SUGAR, RSPO PALM OIL, NATURAL FLAVORS, SEA SALT, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN, EDIBLE GLITTER (GUM ARABIC, SPIRULINA EXTRACT (COLOR), RED CABBAGE EXTRACT (COLOR), TURMERIC EXTRACT (COLOR), RADISH EXTRACT (COLOR)
