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RXBAR Classic Variety Pack, 12 Bars
A customizable box of six classic flavors, each providing 12 g protein with dates, egg whites, nuts and flavor-specific ingredients.
RXBAR High Protein Strawberry Peanut Butter, 12 Bars
A vegan pea-protein bar with 18 g protein, 4 g fiber and a soft strawberry-peanut-butter profile.
RXBAR Protein Energy Bites Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter, 12 Packs
Two layered bites per serving with peanut butter, dates, apples, egg whites, chocolate and coconut, providing 10 g protein.
RXBAR Nut Butter & Oat Honey Cinnamon Peanut Butter, 12 Bars
A softer oat bar with peanut butter, honey, egg whites, pumpkin seeds and cinnamon, providing 10 g protein.
What is RXBAR?
RXBAR is a protein-snack brand best known for printing its core ingredients directly on the front of each wrapper. Its classic bars use combinations of dates, dried egg whites, nuts, fruit, chocolate and natural flavors rather than long proprietary protein blends.
The modern catalog is broader than the original date-and-egg-white bar. RXBAR now sells Classic 12g bars, vegan High Protein bars, Nut Butter & Oat bars, Minis, Protein Energy Bites and variety packs.
RXBAR is currently part of Mars Snacking following Mars’ acquisition of Kellanova in December 2025. Products continue to be sold through the RXBAR website, supermarkets, warehouse clubs and major online retailers.
Our quick verdict
RXBAR earns a 4.8/5 editorial rating. The classic bars remain among the clearest protein snacks for shoppers who value recognizable ingredients, gluten-free labeling and a combination of protein, fat and carbohydrate.
The Classic Variety Pack is the best first purchase because flavors and textures vary substantially. High Protein Strawberry Peanut Butter offers 18 g vegan protein but contains 15 g added sugar. Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Energy Bites are softer and easier to portion, while Honey Cinnamon Peanut Butter Nut Butter & Oat offers a cereal-bar-style texture.
The main limitations are allergens, dense chewiness, meaningful total sugar in the classic bars and the fact that most products are snacks rather than complete meals.
What does “simple ingredients” mean?
RXBAR says “simple” means using as few ingredients as possible and selecting ingredients derived from foods that could be found in a kitchen or pantry.
Classic bars commonly use:
- Egg whites: dried, pasteurized complete protein.
- Dates: provide sweetness and bind the bar together.
- Nuts or peanuts: add texture, fat and some protein.
- Fruit, chocolate and spices: create flavor.
- Natural flavors: oils, extracts or essences from natural sources.
“Simple” is not the same as low-calorie, low-sugar or allergen-free. The Nutrition Facts panel remains more important than the number of ingredients.
Best first purchase: Classic Variety Pack
The current Classic Variety Pack contains 12 bars across six flavors and costs $28.99 as a one-time purchase. Subscription pricing is listed at $26.09 with free shipping.
The customizable assortment currently includes flavors such as:
- Strawberry
- Coconut Chocolate
- Chocolate Sea Salt
- Blueberry
- Peanut Butter Chocolate
- Peanut Butter
Each classic bar provides 12 g protein, but calories, fiber, sugar, sodium and allergens differ by flavor.
FlavorCaloriesFiberTotal sugarAdded sugar Blueberry1806 g15 g0 g Strawberry1906 g14 g0 g Chocolate Sea Salt2005 g14 g0 g Peanut Butter1904 g17 g0 gThe Variety Pack is the safest introduction because Blueberry and Strawberry taste fruitier, Chocolate Sea Salt is richer, and Peanut Butter is saltier and sweeter. Texture can also vary between batches and storage conditions.
Classic bars contain sugar even without added sugar
Most current classic flavors list zero grams of added sugar, but they still contain approximately 14–17 g total sugar from dates and fruit.
The body still metabolizes naturally occurring sugar. “No added sugar” does not mean sugar-free or automatically appropriate for every blood-glucose plan.
Dates also contribute fiber, potassium and the sticky structure of the bar. Customers managing diabetes should consider total carbohydrate rather than looking only at the Added Sugars line.
Best classic flavor: Chocolate Sea Salt
Chocolate Sea Salt remains the most representative classic RXBAR. Each 52 g bar currently provides:
- 200 calories
- 12 g protein
- 5 g dietary fiber
- 14 g total sugar
- 0 g added sugar
- 190 mg sodium
Ingredients are dates, egg whites, cashews, almonds, chocolate, cocoa, natural flavors and sea salt.
The product contains eggs, cashews and almonds and may contain peanuts, other tree nuts and milk. It is unsuitable for vegans and people with the listed allergies.
Best vegan protein option: High Protein Strawberry Peanut Butter
High Protein Strawberry Peanut Butter is a newer vegan bar made with peanut butter, agave nectar, pea protein, peanuts, strawberries and natural flavors.
The current 12-bar box costs $27.99, or $26.59 by subscription.
Each 60 g bar currently provides:
- 260 calories
- 18 g protein
- 4 g fiber
- 16 g total sugar
- 15 g added sugar
- 240 mg sodium
- 12 g fat
This product delivers six grams more protein than a classic RXBAR and is gluten-free, kosher and vegan. It also contains substantially more added sugar than classic bars.
Is the High Protein bar automatically healthier?
No. The better choice depends on the goal.
- Choose the High Protein bar for vegan ingredients and 18 g protein.
- Choose a classic bar for zero added sugar and a shorter date–egg-white–nut style formula.
- Choose neither as a full meal when a balanced meal is available.
The 18 g protein claim should be considered alongside 260 calories and 15 g added sugar. FDA guidance recommends using the full Nutrition Facts panel rather than evaluating one nutrient in isolation.
Pea protein versus egg-white protein
Egg white is a complete animal protein containing all essential amino acids. Pea protein also supplies all essential amino acids, although its amino-acid proportions differ and it is relatively lower in methionine.
For most adults eating a varied diet, both can contribute to daily protein needs. Competitive athletes should evaluate total daily protein, meal timing and overall diet rather than assuming one bar determines performance.
Best softer format: Protein Energy Bites
Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Energy Bites come as two larger bites per package. The current 12-package box is listed at $27.99, although the product was out of stock when checked.
One two-bite serving currently provides:
- 210 calories
- 10 g protein
- 4 g fiber
- 14 g total sugar
- 1 g added sugar
- 11 g fat
- 115 mg sodium
Ingredients include peanut butter, dates, apples, peanuts, egg whites, honey, chocolate, citrus fiber, cacao nibs, cocoa, coconut, natural flavors and sea salt.
The bites are softer and easier to divide than a classic bar. They contain peanuts and eggs and are not vegan.
Best oat-based option: Honey Cinnamon Peanut Butter
Honey Cinnamon Peanut Butter Nut Butter & Oat is made with oats, honey, peanut butter, egg whites, peanuts, pumpkin seeds, brown rice, oil, coconut sugar and oat fiber.
The current 12-bar box costs $27.99, or $26.59 by subscription.
Each 55 g bar provides:
- 220 calories
- 10 g protein
- 4 g fiber
- 12 g total sugar
- 11 g added sugar
- 170 mg sodium
This bar offers a more familiar granola-bar texture but contains less protein and more added sugar than many shoppers may expect from the front-of-pack branding.
Product comparison
ProductProteinCaloriesAdded sugarBest for Classic Variety Pack12 g180–210Usually 0 gBest first purchase High Protein Strawberry PB18 g26015 gVegan and higher protein Protein Energy Bites10 g2101 gSofter, portionable snack Honey Cinnamon Nut Butter & Oat10 g22011 gOat and granola-style textureAre RXBARs complete meals?
Most RXBAR products provide roughly 180–260 calories. That is a substantial snack but may be too small and nutritionally narrow to replace breakfast or lunch for many adults.
A more complete meal usually includes greater food volume and a wider range of protein, carbohydrate, fat, vegetables or fruit and micronutrients.
An RXBAR can be paired with fruit, yogurt, milk or another food when a larger portable meal is needed.
Can RXBARs support weight management?
Protein, fat and fiber can make a bar more filling than many candy or cereal snacks. Weight change still depends on total energy intake.
A bar can support portion planning when it replaces a larger snack. Eating bars in addition to normal meals can increase calorie intake.
People with a history of disordered eating should avoid treating packaged bars as a required substitute for ordinary food without professional guidance.
Allergen considerations
Classic and oat-based RXBARs commonly contain eggs, peanuts or tree nuts. Selected products may also contain coconut and may carry shared-facility warnings for milk, soy or other nuts.
The High Protein Strawberry Peanut Butter bar contains peanuts but does not use egg whites.
FDA recognizes eggs, peanuts, tree nuts and milk among the major food allergens. Customers with serious allergies should read the wrapper every time because formulas and manufacturing statements can change.
Gluten-free labeling
RXBAR states that its products are gluten-free. In the United States, foods carrying a gluten-free claim must contain less than 20 parts per million gluten under FDA rules.
People with celiac disease should still inspect the exact package, especially when buying oat-containing products, and follow advice from their healthcare professional.
Texture and dental considerations
Classic RXBARs are dense and sticky because dates bind the ingredients together. Some customers enjoy the chew; others find the bar sticks to teeth or becomes firm in cold storage.
Chew slowly and avoid eating a very cold or hardened bar when dental work, braces, crowns or chewing difficulty are concerns. Children and people with swallowing problems should be supervised or offered a more suitable texture.
Subscription program
The current RXBAR subscription offers:
- 5% off eligible individual protein bars and oat bars
- 10% off selected bundles and variety packs
- Free subscription shipping
- Delivery every 30, 45 or 60 days
- Skip, pause, edit or cancel through the account
- No cancellation penalty
Charges already processed before cancellation are not refunded automatically. Subscription discounts cannot generally be combined with another promotion.
Shipping and order support
The current storefront displays inconsistent free-shipping thresholds on different pages, including references to orders over $30 and over $40. Subscription orders advertise free shipping.
Because the threshold can change by promotion or page, confirm shipping in the cart before completing a one-time purchase.
The public Help Center directs customers to order tracking and the customer-contact form. A broad opened-food satisfaction guarantee is not prominently published on the current storefront, so damaged, incorrect or quality-related orders should be reported promptly with order and package information.
What we like
- Recognizable ingredients in classic bars.
- 12 g protein and useful fiber in many classic flavors.
- Zero added sugar in most classic bars.
- Vegan High Protein option.
- Gluten-free positioning.
- Flexible subscription program.
What could be better
- Dense, sticky texture is polarizing.
- Major egg, peanut and tree-nut allergens.
- Classic bars still contain 14–17 g total sugar.
- High Protein bar contains 15 g added sugar.
- Oat bars contain less protein than classic bars.
- Shipping information is inconsistent between pages.
Who should consider RXBAR?
- Adults wanting a portable protein-containing snack.
- People who prefer recognizable ingredients.
- Gluten-free shoppers who tolerate the listed ingredients.
- Active users needing a convenient pre- or post-workout snack.
- Vegans choosing the new High Protein line.
Who may want to look elsewhere?
- People with egg, peanut or tree-nut allergies.
- Customers seeking a low-carbohydrate or very low-sugar bar.
- Anyone who dislikes dense or sticky textures.
- People seeking a full meal replacement.
- Shoppers who want a high-protein bar without substantial added sugar.
Final verdict: Is RXBAR worth buying?
RXBAR is worth considering as a convenient snack, particularly in its classic format. The original bars combine complete egg-white protein, dates and nuts without added sugar in most flavors.
The Classic Variety Pack is the best first purchase. Choose High Protein Strawberry Peanut Butter when vegan ingredients and 18 g protein matter more than minimizing added sugar. Choose Protein Energy Bites for a softer format and Honey Cinnamon Nut Butter & Oat for a granola-style snack.
Read the full Nutrition Facts and allergen statement rather than judging only the short ingredient list printed on the front.
Pros and cons
What stands out
- Recognizable classic ingredients
- Useful protein and fiber
- Clear front labels
- Gluten-free options
- Vegan High Protein line
- Flexible subscriptions
Trade-offs
- Major allergens
- Sticky texture
- Meaningful total sugar
- Added sugar in newer lines
- Not full meal replacements
- Inconsistent shipping thresholds
Rating details
Product details
Learn More
- RXBAR official website
- RXBAR ingredients and sourcing
- RXBAR Classic Variety Pack
- RXBAR High Protein Strawberry Peanut Butter
- RXBAR Protein Energy Bites Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter
- RXBAR Honey Cinnamon Peanut Butter Nut Butter & Oat
- RXBAR subscription program
- RXBAR Help Center
- Mars acquisition of Kellanova
- FDA added sugars guidance
- FDA food-allergy label guidance
- FDA gluten-free labeling rule
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