I used to be a bar-ohilic. Clif, Lara, Luna and I actually formed a little clique of sorts.
These days, I don’t eat bars nearly as much (take a guess as to why). I still love them, though. So when I saw MacroBars for the first time - in CVS, of all places - I decided to give them a try.
The first one I tried was Almond Butter W/ Carob.
I didn’t love this. The texture was good, but the flavor wasn’t right. I thought it meant I didn’t like MacroBars, but it turns out that I just don’t like carob.
The next MacroBar I tried was Granola W/ Coconut, and I loved it!
I’m a huge fan of granola and coconut, so this one was obviously right up my alley. The chewy texture was good too.
There are a ton more flavors of MacroBars, which I’m interested in trying. They’re also like, really healthy, so check out the website for those deets.
What’s your favorite bar? Any good (new) ones that I should try?
I love the brand Think Thin bars! Here’s why: tbars have zero sugar and are packed with protein! I’m not a big bar person but if I need a snack these are the bars I go to! They are really delicious- peanut butter is my favorite flavor.
Definetly worth a try!
http://www.thinkproducts.com/2011/
Ohh nice, I’ve seen them before but never tried! Thanks!
Larabars have my heart (especially cashew cookie), but I also like Luna and Kind Bars. It is difficult to find bars that don’t taste processed and fake.
Okay, I know you have the whole Luna aversion (and with really good reason), but if you ever are tempted to go for them again, the chocolate dipped coconut flavor is AWESOME and so right up your alley. Other than that, I love Clif Builders- they taste like candy and are super satiating!
Ugh yeah, I’ve been eying up the chocolate coconut one for a while now. Hopefully I’ll be able to get over the past experience one day!!
Okay, I gagged when I looked at your Luna bar post with the BUG! Oh my Lord - I would have written a “strongly worded” letter to their company with the picture included. GROSS. I’m so glad you found it before eating it. Okay *shaking the heebies-jeebies* my favorite bar is the chocolate chip cookie dough larabar 🙂 I hope you have a great weekend, girl!
I did let the company know, and I was not very happy with their response…at all :/ You can read about here: http://www.girlmeetslife.com/2010/11/an-unfortunate-reminder/
When I looked back at the post about why you DON’T eat them as often, I almost threw up. But I really just cannot give up their peanut butter cookie or oatmeal raisin for anything. Think Thin are another one of my favorites.
I LOVE macro bars! I’d have to say, my favorite are probably Clif bars. They may not be the “healthiest” but I love the chew factor and the protein count. My favorite flavors are white chocolate macadamia and oatmeal raisin.
Lemon zest Luna is a close second!
I’m a huge fan of Perfect Foods Bars, I’ve had MacroBars before but they’re so hard to find in my area! Enjoy em’ girl 🙂
Where do you find Perfect Foods Bars? I’ve never even heard of ’em!
I order them online - they’re pricey but worth it 🙂
NuGo darks..so freakin’ good. Try the Pomegranate.
All the peanut and cashew flavors are delish, and the Tahini Date is ah-mazing. It’s sweet and savory-I’ve never tasted a bar quite like it.
I’ve been eying up the Tahini Date…I’ll make sure to grab that next! 🙂
Yeah, I’m not a huge fan of carob either. I used it in cookies once and had to throw out the entire batch because they were just awful. My favorite type of bar are these granola bars at Argo Tea. I can’t think of the name (sorry!) but I always get this ginger one with macademia nuts and it is just the greatest thing I have ever put in my mouth. lol
Oh, I pass by Argo Tea all the time!! I’ve never been in there, though, so I’ll have to make it a point to soon (and grab one of those bars :)).
I have an entire drawer in my kitchen dedicated to bars. Cheeea baby! My faves are Clif white chocolate macadamia and the classic chocolate brownie!
Omgosh, Clif WCM is TO DIE!!! It seriously tastes like cookie dough to me…
I love nutrition bars! I probably have 20+ in my pantry right now. Lunas are my favorites, but now I make sure check them before I take a bite after I read about your little incident.
I have had one of those before too! It was good! I have not seen them though in a long time at any store near me ; )
I love larabars, pure bars, and I like luna’s too!
Sable@SquatLikeALady says
I’m still a really big fan of Clif Z bars (the brownie one especially)! They’re small so I can have a protein source with them and not be famished an hour later. 😉
LOVE Clif Z’s!! Especially honey graham and s’mores…*drool!*
I love the cashew cookie Lara bars, and almost any flavor of Luna bar. Yum!!
Annalisa says
I loveee bars as well but since reading what you found in a Luna bar everytime i pick them up in the store i always put them right back. Besides i like lara bars better ;p
I saw those and actually bought one this summer during HLS in Chicago - don’t have ’em here!
I really liked the carob flavor - but i’m weird, i really like the taste of carob!
Lauren says
Looks delish. I’ll have to try these! The Granola with Coconut sounds right up my alley, too! I recently tried EatSmart bars and loved them (seen here: http://sprinkledwlove.com/2011/04/16/favorite-things/). Must-try.
Kelsey says
I’ve not seen these yet! I’ll keep an eye out. I’ve been looking at the Think Thin bars, but I haven’t tried any. Right now I’m on Larabars.