Built Bar Double Chocolate Fudge
Dessert lovers who want a genuinely enjoyable protein bar with moderate macros
Quest Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Bar
Macro-focused gym-goers who prioritize protein-to-calorie ratio above ingredient purity
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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 Quest Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Bar
Macro-focused gym-goers who prioritize protein-to-calorie ratio above ingredient purity
Quest dominates on macros — 21g protein, <1g sugar, widely available everywhere. But it achieves this with sucralose AND erythritol, earning the lowest ingredient purity and sugar profile scores in our comparison. If you only count macros, Quest is king. If ingredient quality matters, look elsewhere.
Strengths
- Industry-leading macros with 21g protein and less than 1g sugar per bar
- Milk protein isolate and whey isolate provide high bioavailability and complete amino acids
- Widely available in virtually every grocery store, gas station, and gym in the country
Limitations
- Contains BOTH sucralose and erythritol — double artificial sweetener and sugar alcohol penalty
- Heavily processed ingredient list with numerous additives beyond the protein
- Sucralose is one of the most controversial artificial sweeteners in health-conscious circles
