Looking for high protein, but low sugar protein bar

Miss_Chievous_wechange · February 2011

I am looking for a high protein with low sugar protein bar that doesn't have a lot of "crap" ingredients. I've been researching this online and haven't found anything yet. I would like to some feedback from all of you. Any suggestions?

MakingAChoice · February 2011

When you find them let us know. I have looked at a ton of them and most all of them seem like poor choices. I found some at Trader Joe's that I use in a pinch, but I don't use those unless I have to. I would love to find some good ones for my daughter when she starts softball practice and need a little kick before practice.

Corinne_Bruce · February 2011

bump

hpsnickers1 · February 2011

Good luck with that. I don't think they exist. You might be able to find a recipe online for protein bars...maybe?

hroush · February 2011

I found this recipe on here, I haven't tried it yet, but I really want to.

protein bar.

6 tbsp peanut butter (chunky or smooth)
1 cup dry Quaker old fashioned oats (uncooked)
6 scoops vanilla protein
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup water (depending on what type of protein you use, you may need to add more)

Spray an 8x8 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.

Combine dry ingredients in a medium size bowl and mix well. Add peanut butter and mix - the mixture will be crumbly and dry. Add water & vanilla.

Using a wooden spoon or rubber spatula, everything until a dough forms. The dough will be sticky. Spread dough into pan using a clean wooden spoon or spatula that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Refrigerate a few hours (or freeze for an hour) and cut into 10 squares. Wrap bars individually (use sandwich bags or plastic wrap) or store in covered container between sheets of wax paper. Keep refrigerated.

Monicamarkt · February 2011

I like Think Thin bars. they have 20 g protein and 0-4 g sugar. Taste good and can buy anywhere. I get mine at WinCo

LOVEsummer · February 2011

think thin bars!!!! they are so good and Pure Protein bars!!

carajo · February 2011

I would agree with hroush and make your own! That way you know EXACTLY what is going in them!! I have a recipe similar to his that is delicious..it has almonds and cranberries, but i think you can modify anything!! I cut into serving portions, and keep them wrapped in the fridge.

Miss_Chievous_wechange · February 2011

I like Think Thin bars. they have 20 g protein and 0-4 g sugar. Taste good and can buy anywhere. I get mine at WinCo

The only problem with Think Thin bars is that they are loaded with sugar alcohol, which I would like to avoid. Thanks for your input tho.

ashley0616 · February 2011

Power Bar Protein Plus the low sugar variety. I have 1/2 a bar with a glass of water and it is very filling! (22g protein and 1g sugar per bar).

stevemcknight · February 2011

The only 2 really good choices are drink shakes instead of bars or bake your own using real ingredients. I've baked a couple, it's tough to get it right, but at least you know what's in it.

rodegghero · February 2011

How low is low for you and Sugar? I think luna protein bars are low sugar comparitavely. I also second the recipe. I made them nto balls instead of.bars

Miss_Chievous_wechange · February 2011

How low is low for you and Sugar? I think luna protein bars are low sugar comparitavely. I also second the recipe. I made them nto balls instead of.bars

I would like to find something that doesn't list sugar as one of the first five ingredients.

Miss_Chievous_wechange · February 2011

It appears that the general consensus is that this does not exist and I should make my own. Guess that is what I'll do. I work a full-time job and would like something that I can just grab and eat before hitting the gym. Two days a week, I work out for 2 hours at a time so I want something that is going to last through my workout. Thanks everyone for your input. I knew I could count on all of MFP peeps.

wolfchild59 · February 2011

Pure Protein bars have between 1-3 grams of sugar, depending on the flavor. (the smaller 180-210 calorie ones, not the huge ones)

As with any option like this, you're getting sugar alcohols in exchange, but they aren't as high as others I've seen. I also don't eat/drink anything else at all that contains any sugar alcohols, so I don't worry too much about the amount I get in the Pure Protein bars.

And they're super tasty. It's like a dense, rich, awesome candy bar. And they're the most filling of any bar I've had. I've had 'em from breakfast in a pinch before and almost missed my lunchtime at work cuz I wasn't even hungry.

Luna Bars aren't worth it to me. They taste good, but they have more sugar than they do protein or fiber. All the flavors I looked at had 12-14 grams of sugar! And when I had one for breakfast one day I felt hungry super soon after and ended up having to have a snack before lunch.

eating4balance · February 2011

I have a recipe for a healthy peanut butter protein bar.

It doesn't include sugar in the ingredients, but it does include honey or fructose.

Wileyjoe · February 2011

Pure Protein bars have between 1-3 grams of sugar, depending on the flavor. (the smaller 180-210 calorie ones, not the huge ones)

As with any option like this, you're getting sugar alcohols in exchange, but they aren't as high as others I've seen. I also don't eat/drink anything else at all that contains any sugar alcohols, so I don't worry too much about the amount I get in the Pure Protein bars.

And they're super tasty. It's like a dense, rich, awesome candy bar. And they're the most filling of any bar I've had. I've had 'em from breakfast in a pinch before and almost missed my lunchtime at work cuz I wasn't even hungry.

Luna Bars aren't worth it to me. They taste good, but they have more sugar than they do protein or fiber. All the flavors I looked at had 12-14 grams of sugar! And when I had one for breakfast one day I felt hungry super soon after and ended up having to have a snack before lunch.

I agree - I like the pure protein bars. I have them as my snacks most days.

daxa_yen · February 2011

If you are trying to lose weight, avoid them at all. Try to keep on lean meat instead. Or protein shakes are also good choice. If you do not have any other option, like having too much exercise during the day, not having time to have really full stomach, try to find some which are not so sweet in taste despite they have quite a lot of carbs. I'm having these:
http://www.organicfoodbar.com/products/Protein
all the time with me. You need carbs, but those "correct ones" also for a good body metabolism. Of course, if you are not on high fat/protein diet

Good luck.

dmoses · February 2011

Bump for recipe. Thanks for sharing.

leanmass58 · February 2011

I've looked for a true high protein low carb, low sugar bar for years, and all but gave up on them as most of what's available today is nothing more than a glorified Snickers. Then a trainer at my gym told me about a new bar called Quest which was supposed to have no added sugar and no sugar alcohols with only 4 grams of carbs and 20 grams of quality protein.
I sent away for free samples and not only found they delivered as promised on the ingerdients, but also tasted terrific.
You should definitely give these a try.

Roadkill44 · February 2011

i have used Met-Rx products for quite some time and have always been pleased with them. Their Protein Plus bar has 32g of protein and only 2g of sugar. They are widely available.

vzepol · February 2011

Costco has a brand called Detour. 2gm of sugar, very low carbs. and they taste okay.

Looking for high protein, but low sugar protein bar

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