Protein Bar, Cookies 'n Cream, 20g High Protein, Gluten Free, 12 Count

Over the past several years, sucralose has taken over as the preferred sweetener for health/fitness foods like protein powders and protein bars. But sucralose is documented as being antagonistic toward gut bacteria and for this reason, it causes me a lot digestive distress. So I've learned to avoid it like the plague. However, it has become harder and harder to avoid. I was happy to find this brand and this flavor a few years ago and I've been buying it ever since. I'm not really a chocolate person but I've also learned to accept that most of these foods come in various shades of chocolate. Cookies and cream flavors are the most acceptable chocolate flavor and this bar is reasonably tasty. It's not too hard or too soft, with an almost candy bar like consistency. Not quite, but close. It's somewhat thick as you're chewing it but not so much so that it's hard to eat. And it's appropriately sweet but not too sweet. If you like cookies and cream flavored snack bars, this is a pretty good bar with whey protein and some added vitamins and minerals. You can slide it in your bag or purse when you're on the go or when you're too lazy to just make yourself a proper breakfast. It's reasonably priced for this category (this category is expensive, though) and when you buy a box like this, it's the closest thing you can get to economical.

I used to enjoy these a lot, they were tasty and filling, but the last two boxes I ordered (on two separate occasions) were awful. The bars were hard and tasted strange. Maybe there was an issue at the factory when the batch was made. Order at your own risk. EDIT: I did not consider one thing: I live in an area that gets very hot during the fall months, and the product might have been ruined by sitting inside a hot truck during delivery. I gave this product one more shot now that the weather has cooled significantly, and I'm happy to report that it's delicious again! I don't want to say outright that correlation implies causation, but my problem is resolved and I'm happy and that's the end of it. In summation this product is delicious and well priced, but I suggest not ordering it during hot weather!

finally a protein bar that tastes great and doesn't cause stomach issues. I'm not a body builder or gym addict but I work retail and always keep one in my bag as a quick meal when I don't have time or forget to pack a lunch. I have stomach problems so I don't eat fast food. These are tasty, keep you full and are gluten free and do no have any of those nasty sugar alcohols that mess up your digestion. I don't think enough people realize what they can do to your stomach, just read the list of side effects from them, it's scary. I think the price is great by the case and I love anything that keeps me from having to go out and search.....delivery is sooo easy. Believe it or not but I was introduced to these by my physician during a physical. I had fasted because of blood work and was light headed. He gave me a bottle of water and one of these bars. Thanks again, doc.

These used to be my number one favorite protein bar, even over all the Quest offerings. Soft, chewy, and delicious. Even better chilled. The last 3 boxes I've received have all tasted like hot garbage. My Amazon history says I've purchased over 25 boxes (300+ bars) during my account lifetime. Something in the manufacturing process or ingredients have dramatically changed. The bars are hard, and the flavor is different (not good). This isn't just a bad batch, as my last order is the 3rd box that's come like this. All bars are affected in the box, and they're are not expired. I will not be buying these any longer. If you liked the Cookies and Cream flavor, find something else. I can not speak for the other flavors.

I was searching for a high quality protein bar priced affordably, and Promax had a deal that caught my attention. The deal was, I think, an amazing $15.99 USD for 12 Cookies'n'Cream protein bars packed with 20 grams of complete protein, calories, and essential micronutrients making Promax protein bars just about on the same level, in my opinion, as a meal replacement bar, something I really liked about Promax's protein bars. First, the quality: The Cookies'n'Cream flavor was, in my opinion, not as good as some of the other Promax protein bar flavors, but the taste was still good, the bars were easy to eat, and left little residue on my hands after eating them. While these bars are packed with nutrition, I would have liked the protein sources to have been just whey and casein based as I think these are better quality sources of complete protein than soy protein, but soy protein is a complete protein too, and plant-based. But ... second, I really liked the price which I thought was a great deal at one box costing about half its original price. Third, I also really liked the nutrition packed into just a few of Promax's protein bars a day which provides a significant amount of macro and essential micro nutrients on the same level as a meal replacement bar in my opinion. Fourth, I liked the packaging. Each protein bar came individually wrapped in an easy to open yet sturdy wrapper, and it was great that the protein bars came in their own re-usable box.

Delicious protein bar. Does have some sugar but good carb to protein ratio to or recovery or sometime just a more healthy snack

I normally get the double fudge brownie flavor but decided to try the cookies and cream since Amazon was offering a coupon. These are not too sweet and very satisfying as a meal replacement. The great thing about this bar is the size 75g. I like to have these as my lunch during the week and I am very happy not only with the flavor or this bar but of Promax as a brand.

I've been trying out these bars for about a week now and I would recommend them as a good source of protein. But that's it. Just a source of protein. As someone who rarely eats breakfast, I was looking for a "meal replacement" to grab for the morning commute. With each bar containing 20 grams of protein, I've found that this is a satisfactory way to tide myself over until lunchtime. HOWEVER, although this is a delicious snack for the morning, there are two reasons why I cannot give a five-star review. The first reason: THIRTY GRAMS of sugar?! It is far too sweet for me to handle, and I actually have a major sweet tooth. I've found this problem with most protein bars and have yet to find something tasty yet not over-sweetened. However, this is not an effective way to lose weight OR bulk up on muscle. Although you may be consuming 20 g of protein, you're also loading up sugar and other sorts of processed junk into your system. Secondly, I'd like to add that the wrappers and advertisements claim that these bars contain NO high fructose corn syrup. They DO, however, contain "corn syrup", as listed in the ingredients (and probably the reason why these bars are so ridiculously sweet). As a chemist, I know the subtle differences here and understand the advertising fraud. Do some research on light corn syrup; it has no better impact on your health than all of the HFCS hype. This is not a healthy way to start the day. In conclusion: if you want some protein and skip breakfast, then fine...this protein bar is average at best. If you're trying to eat healthier, lose weight, or bulk up on muscle, start making a shake from 100% whey protein in the morning or eat organic superfood bars that have nutrients and useful meal components (ProBar, Odwalla, etc). If you want a once-in-a-while sweet snack, go for the Promax bars.

Great bars and great taste!

Great protein supplements. Very delicious

I love this bar! It tastes absolutely amazing! However I am extremely sad that I am having some sensitivity to the ingredients in the bar. I am lactose and allergic to soy and this bar contains both. I didn't pay attention to the ingredients which is completely my fault so I am sad to say I won't be ordering these bars again. If I wasn't having sensitivities to it I would definitely order it again. I just want to comment that some of the people that reviewed the bar negatively due to the sugar content if you look at it says 2:1 carb to protein ratio so they aren't marketing this as strictly a protein bar but an energy bar with protein to help fuel you throughout your day and has protein to help with your workouts. I was aware of the sugar content and I was just really happy to find an energy/protein bar that tasted great. I bought 6 different protein bars and sadly none of them tasted very good except for this one. I can't believe I am allergic to it :( I still eat small portions here and there because I really like it but can't eat very much for the stomach issues due to the sensitivity. If you aren't allergic to the ingredients and you need a pick me up throughout the day and you are too busy to sit down and have a meal this is definitely a great bar to try out!

Love that I can buy these on here because they're my absolute favorite protein bars and lately I've been unable to find them in stores.

Excellent value and the taste is awesome