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Kind Bar - Healthy Grains Dark Chocolate Whole Grain Clusters
Cereal & Breakfast
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Kind Bar - Healthy Grains Dark Chocolate Whole Grain Clusters

Kind
11 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
5g
Protein
3g
Sugars
65mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
42
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Kind Bar - Healthy Grains Dark Chocolate Whole Grain Clusters are sold in the breakfast/snacks aisle and often shelved near granolas, cereal bars, and health-focused snack mixes; you might also spot them on endcaps in the natural foods or gluten-free section. The product reads like a hybrid: a granola-cluster bag pitched as a portable, protein-forward snack for busy mornings, office breaks, or on-the-go afternoons. It fits errands and back-to-school shopping lists, weekend trail packs, or a quick sprinkle-on-yogurt addition to a hurried breakfast. KIND’s brand positioning leans into wellness and mindful convenience — marketed to health-conscious, time-pressed adults and parents who want nutrient-forward snacks with a wholesome image. Labels emphasize whole grains, gluten-free status, “made without genetically engineered ingredients,” low sodium, and fiber claims rather than organic certification. In plain language, these clusters are made from recognizable grains and chocolate but are assembled with processed syrups, an isolated soy protein, and flavoring agents into a shelf-stable snack mix. Sensory notes: expect crunchy, irregular dark-chocolate-studded clusters with a toasty oat and seed-grain bite; cocoa bitters cut sweetness from tapioca and brown rice syrups. Packaging is a mid-size (11 oz) bag designed for pantry storage and casual hand-to-mouth grazing; many consumers pour them over yogurt or cereal, scoop a handful while commuting, or stash the bag in a desk drawer. The eating ritual is simple and portable — a quick, slightly indulgent yet framed-as-healthy snack that maps onto modern American grocery and snack behaviors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.66 cup
Servings per Container: 5
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat3g4%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Sodium65mg3%
Total Carbohydrate18g7%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars3g
Added Sugars3g6%
Protein5g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Oats,, Tapioca, Syrup,, Soy, Protein, Isolate,, Semi-Sweet, Chocolate, (Sugar,, Unsweetened, Chocolate,, Cocoa, Butter,, Soy, Lecithin,, Vanilla, Extract),, Cane, Sugar,, Canola, Oil,, Millet,, Cocoa, Powder,, Brown, Rice,, Buckwheat,, Natural, Flavor,, Amaranth,, Quinoa,, Sea, Salt,, Brown, Rice, Syrup,, Vitamin, E, (Tocopherols, to, Maintain, Freshness)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients and formulations (tapioca and brown rice syrups, soy protein isolate, canola oil, and 'natural flavor') and is manufactured into a ready-to-eat engineered snack, meeting criteria for ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Kind Bar - Healthy Grains Dark Chocolate Whole Grain Clusters

The Kind Bar is often seen as a healthier snack option compared to traditional candy bars, thanks to its whole grains and lower sugar content. With only 3 grams of added sugars per serving, it can be a decent choice for a pick-me-up. However, 'healthy' can be subjective—what's good for a quick snack might not be the best option for a full meal replacement.

Perfect For

back-to-school
road-trip
post-workout

Vibe:

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