Reviewing Barebells' banana bars as someone who does not like bananas 🍌

I have had every Barebells product sold in the U.S. (vegan bars, soda, milk, etc.) except their banana bars because I do not like bananas. The taste and texture make me sick.

I finally gave these two a shot since I had rewards at GNC and The Vitamin Shoppe. Plus, I wanted to keep my streak of trying every Barebells protein product.

Banana Bread: 7.5/10 (8/10 if I liked bananas)
The macros could be better since it is the highest-calorie bar in the original line. The banana flavor is surprisingly mild. I mostly tasted cinnamon, nutmeg, and sweet bread. I ate almost the whole thing. I would not buy it again, but if you like banana bread, it is a solid bar.

Banana Caramel: 6/10 (8/10 if I liked bananas)
The chocolate coating was amazing, but this one was much more banana-forward. The caramel was great, but the banana flavor was too strong for me. It was better than expected, but I did not finish it.

Overall: I am pleasantly surprised. The fact that I could eat both of these despite not liking bananas says a lot. If you like bananas, you will probably enjoy both.

Funny enough, when the Banana Bread bar came out, I asked if someone who did not like bananas would still enjoy it since it does not contain actual banana. I got downvoted, but I still stand by that question, and it inspired this taste test.

Now I have officially tried every Barebells protein product sold in the U.S. The only thing left is their new fiber candy.

u/princessapart — 2 months ago

Legendary Mac and Cheese!

As someone who grew up hating boxed Mac and cheese…..this is pretty good!!! 8/10. Unbeatable Macros. However, due to price and sodium content, I won’t be buying this too often.

u/princessapart — 2 months ago

Scored at Vitamin Shoppe!!!

On vacation and found these!! Just cracked open the Alani, it’s super good!!

u/princessapart — 2 months ago

Hot Take + Tip: These taste WAY better frozen

So, I know everyone loves to heat up their protein snacks. I personally do not. I would rather eat them at room temperature or chilled—this goes for all brands. I put this in the freezer for a few hours…SO GOOD. Literally reminds me of the chocolate part of an ice cream sandwich.

u/princessapart — 2 months ago

Unpopular Opinion: These are tasty!!

Eating one of the most “controversial” protein products on this sub 🤭 A lot of people say they taste bad, but I LOVE EM.

u/princessapart — 2 months ago

Orange Creamsicle Barebells 😍

Finally got my hands on the Barebell’s Orange Creamsicle flavor. I was skeptical at first, but these are SO GOOD. This flavor is definitely in my top 5 favorite Barebells flavors. Taste JUST like the frosted orange Hostess cupcakes.

My credentials: I have tried every single Barebells product on the U.S. market

u/princessapart — 3 months ago

Look What I Found!

Went to my local grocery store (Safeway), which never gets anything special in stock. I thought I would go there and get a Welch’s Grape Ghost (which is delicious, btw)….But I found THIS instead. IMMEDIATELY BOUGHT IT. Excited to try it!!!!!!

u/princessapart — 3 months ago