BUILT Protein Bars are a lighter take on the protein bar: 17g protein, 130 calories and 4g sugar per bar, from a whey protein isolate blend. The texture is soft and chewy rather than dense, with a chocolate coating. They work as a between-meals snack or a quick post-training option when a shake is not handy. Flavors: Coconut, Double Chocolate Fudge and Salted Caramel, sold as singles or 12-packs. Contains milk and soy (per BUILT for Double Chocolate Fudge and Salted Caramel); see the allergen note below for Coconut.
Nutrition Facts: BUILT Protein Bar (Per 1 Bar)
- Calories: 130
- Protein: 17g
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein from a blend of partially hydrolyzed whey protein isolate and whey protein isolate
- Sweetened with sugar and erythritol, with digestion resistant maltodextrin and glycerin for texture
- Contains gelatin, so not vegetarian
- Single bars or 12-packs
- Double Chocolate Fudge and Salted Caramel: Contains milk, soy. May contain peanuts and tree nuts (per BUILT)
Note: BUILT's online pages publish calories, protein and sugar, but not total carbohydrate, fiber, fat or sugar alcohol grams. Check the wrapper for the full panel. BUILT does not publish an allergen statement for Coconut online; its listed ingredients include whey protein isolate and nonfat dry milk, so treat it as containing milk and check the wrapper before eating if you have any food allergy.
Key Ingredients
Whey Protein Isolate Blend
Whey protein isolate is a filtered milk protein with most of the fat and lactose removed. Part of the blend is partially hydrolyzed, meaning the protein is broken down a bit before it reaches you. It gives each bar 17g protein at 130 calories, a strong ratio for a snack bar.
Erythritol and Digestion Resistant Maltodextrin
Erythritol is a sugar alcohol that adds sweetness with very few calories, which is how the bar keeps sugar at 4g. Digestion resistant maltodextrin is a soluble fiber that adds body. Some people feel bloated from sugar alcohols and added fibers when they eat several bars a day, so start with one.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Are BUILT bars good after a workout?
They can be. 17g protein from whey isolate is a solid amount after training, and the low calorie count leaves room for a real meal later. If you need more carbs to refuel after a long session, pair the bar with fruit. -
Why do they need careful storage?
The chocolate coating softens in heat, and BUILT bars are softer than most protein bars to begin with. Keep them somewhere cool, especially in a car or gym bag in summer. Many people keep them in the fridge or freezer for a firmer bite. -
Are they gluten-free?
BUILT lists some bars in a gluten-free collection on its site, but the individual product pages for these flavors do not state it. If you need to avoid gluten, check the wrapper for a gluten-free claim before eating.
Serving Ideas
Eat one as an afternoon snack or right after training. Freeze one for 20 minutes for a firmer, candy-bar style bite. Chop one up over Greek yogurt for extra protein and texture.
Why Buy at Get Yok'd
- Available in Burbank, Glendale, Glendale Galleria, North Hollywood, Northridge, and Pasadena
- Grab a single to try a flavor in store before you commit to a 12-pack
- Earn loyalty rewards on every purchase
Allergen Note
Double Chocolate Fudge and Salted Caramel contain milk and soy, and BUILT says they may contain peanuts and tree nuts. Coconut contains milk ingredients per its listed ingredients, but BUILT does not publish a full allergen statement for it online. All three contain gelatin. Always check the wrapper if you have a food allergy.