Hot Chocolate Protein Bar, 1.4 OZ
What You Should Know
You'd spot this Mezcla Hot Chocolate Protein Bar in the energy-bar or health-food aisle, or clipped to the local gym snack rack — a grab-and-go treat for busy mornings or between workouts. It reads as a chocolatey, slightly spicy (chipotle) indulgence with a health-forward spin; the chewy chocolate matrix studded with pea and quinoa crisps promises crunch and protein. The ingredient list (pea protein/crisps, tapioca syrup/solids, vegetable glycerine, prebiotic fibers and natural flavors) and the engineered crisped textures point to a highly formulated, shelf-stable product typical of ultra-processed foods.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
PEA, CRISPS, (PEA, PROTEIN,, RICE, STARCH), ORGANIC, DARK, CHOCOLATE, (ORGANIC, CANE, SUGAR,, ORGANIC, CHOCOLATE, LIQUOR,, ORGANIC, COCOA, BUTTER,, ORGANIC, VANILLA, POWDER), TAPIOCA, SYRUP, SUNFLOWER, SEED, BUTTER, VEGETABLE, GLYCERINE, PEA, PROTEIN, ORGANIC, QUINOA, CRISPS, (ORGANIC, QUINOA), PREBIOTIC, SOLUBLE, TAPIOCA, FIBER, TAPIOCA, FIBER, COCONUT, OIL, TAPIOCA, SYRUP, SOLIDS, UNSWEETENED, CHOCOLATE, COCOA, POWDER, SEA, SALT, CINNAMON, NATURAL, FLAVOR, VANILLA, EXTRACT, ALMONDS, CHIPOTLE, PEPPER..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •sunflower - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Multiple industrially formulated ingredients (pea protein isolates/crisps, tapioca syrup/solids, vegetable glycerine, prebiotic soluble fiber, natural flavor) and crisping processes indicate extensive processing and product formulation characteristic of NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).
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Common Questions about Hot Chocolate Protein Bar, 1.4 OZ
Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective depending on your goals. This bar packs a punch with 10 grams of protein, which can be great for a post-workout snack or a midday pick-me-up. Compared to traditional candy bars, it’s a more nutritious choice, but remember, it's still a snack, not a meal replacement!