Built Bar Double Chocolate Fudge
Dessert lovers who want a genuinely enjoyable protein bar with moderate macros
Barebells Cookies & Cream Protein Bar
Taste-first consumers who want the best-tasting high-protein bar and can tolerate sugar alcohols
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Making Your Decision
When to Choose Built Bar Double Chocolate Fudge
Dessert lovers who want a genuinely enjoyable protein bar with moderate macros
Built Bar created a unique texture category — light and marshmallow-like with real chocolate coating. The whey-collagen blend provides 17g protein, and at only 4g sugar it satisfies sweet cravings without the sugar hit. Lacks certifications but the eating experience is genuinely different from every other bar here.
Strengths
- Real chocolate coating with a light, marshmallow-like texture unlike any competitor
- Whey and collagen protein blend provides 17g protein with joint support benefits
- Only 4g sugar per bar with a dessert-like eating experience
Limitations
- No major health or sport certifications available
- Collagen portion of protein blend is incomplete — not all amino acids present
- Limited retail availability — primarily sold through direct-to-consumer channels
When to Choose Barebells Cookies & Cream Protein Bar
Taste-first consumers who want the best-tasting high-protein bar and can tolerate sugar alcohols
Barebells is arguably the best-tasting protein bar on the market — it genuinely tastes like a candy bar. The 20g protein and 1g sugar macros are excellent. The catch is maltitol in the coating, which dings ingredient purity and sugar profile scores. If you prioritize taste and macros over ingredient purity, Barebells wins.
Strengths
- Exceptional taste that rivals actual candy bars — consistently top-rated for flavor
- 20g whey protein with only 1g sugar makes for an outstanding macro profile
- Swedish-designed with a satisfying chocolate coating and creamy center
Limitations
- Contains maltitol in the chocolate coating — a sugar alcohol that can cause digestive issues
- No USDA Organic, NSF, or other major health-focused certifications
- Ingredient list includes several processed additives beyond the maltitol
