IQBAR Brain and Body Plant Protein Bars - Chocolate Lovers Variety - 12-Count Low Carb - Gluten Free, High Fiber, Vegan Snacks - Low Sugar Meal Replacement

As a frequent snacker always on the hunt for something healthy and satisfying, I was genuinely impressed by this variety pack of functional protein bars. I wasn’t sure what to expect from a product that includes Lion’s Mane mushroom in every flavor, but I was pleasantly surprised at how well it blends into the overall taste profile—no earthy aftertaste, just rich, clean ingredients with purpose.Here’s a breakdown of my experience with each flavor:🍫 Chocolate Sea Salt – Classic flavor with a fudge-like richness and just the right amount of sea salt to balance the sweetness. Great for a mid-afternoon craving.🥜 Peanut Butter Chip – Bold peanut flavor and a nice crunch from the crisps. This one tastes indulgent but keeps things clean with no weird aftertaste.🌰 Almond Butter Chip – Nutty and subtly sweet. This one felt more like a wholesome snack, not dessert, and pairs really well with coffee.🥥 Toasted Coconut Chip – If you like Mounds or coconut treats, this is your bar. Slightly chewy coconut texture gives it a tropical vibe.🍋 Lemon Blueberry – Refreshingly different. Real fruit flavor with just the right zing from the lemon. Not too sweet, which I appreciate.🍌 Banana Nut – Soft and warm flavor, like banana bread in bar form. The cinnamon here was a nice touch.🌿 Chocolate Mint Chip – If you’re a fan of Thin Mints, this one’s for you. Cooling mint with a cocoa base made it feel like a treat with benefits.What I loved:• Plant-based protein and no weird artificial sweeteners (stevia only)• Great for gut health with the added prebiotics• Lion’s Mane gives it an edge for focus and mental clarity (felt it during a long workday!)• Clean label, minimal ingredients, and allergen info clearly listedMinor cons:• Texture is on the chewy side (not as soft as baked-style bars)• Might be a little “earthy” for someone not used to functional snacks, but it grows on you quickly• The stevia is noticeable in some flavors more than othersOverall, I’m sold. These bars feel like a smarter snack choice—especially for someone like me who’s often on the go and needs fuel that’s functional, not just filler. I’d definitely repurchase and recommend to anyone looking to upgrade their snack game with something that supports both body and brain.

I’ve noticed that the flavor of these seems to be very polarizing…either people love them or they hate them. I’m one of the ones who loves them and personally can’t understand the hate? I’ve tried a number of different protein bars over the years and these have the least “protein bar texture” I’ve experienced. These remind me of cookie dough! I got the sampler and personally didn’t absolutely love the fruity flavors, but what can I say…I’m much more of a chocolate lover. My favorites so far are the coconut chip and the almond butter chip. Almond butter chip isn’t at all what it sounds like. To me it doesn’t taste like almond butter at all, but more like a cinnamon roll with some chocolate chips mixed in. It makes a great quick breakfast on the go. And the coconut chip makes a great cookie-dough-ish snack. Yum! And even better that they have great ingredients and are perfect for my lower carb dietary needs. 😁

This review is for the sample pack. I loved the texture and the nutritional value (soft and fresh).Taste is of course, subjective. Happy to report that there was no artificial sweetener aftertaste or chalky taste which is a plus.I LOVED the Almond Butter Chip and would easily pick up a box of this flavorPeanut Butter cup was good.Chocolate Sea Salt, Mint Chocolate Chip and Toasted Coconut Chip were ok.DNF (Did not finish) Banana Nut.DNF and GAG ME award went to Lemon Blueberry.I've taste tested and tossed out a lot of protein bars and these (except the two DNF) are now my new go-to protein bars.

Alright, TBH it’s a little expensive. Let’s just say that first. BuT, I do also need to say that’s it’s nice to have a sampler pack available. That way I know what flavor to order. I’m allergic to corn (yes it’s a real allergy) and I have tried a few products here and there to find things suitable to my unfortunate lifestyle. Being that I’m corn lite teetering on moderate, I am happy to say the company got back to me quickly about the process they use for some of their ingredients. And the don’t use corn! Yay! (Always take that with a grain of salt my un-corny friends) so far the chocolate sea salt and peanut butter chip have done well. Looking forward to the other flavors!Ps. They don’t hold up that well in a heated car sooooo try not to make that mistake in the summer 🤣

These are my favorite go to protein bars when I head out for te day. They are perfect if I need a pick-me up snack in the afternoon during the work day or if I'm out for a hike. They taste so good and I feel are very generous for the quality and calories. They taste like they aren't sweetened with stevia- but they are which is totally necessary for my diabetic needs. My husband is very fussy about healthy protein bars, but he always joins me for a bar when we are out and truly enjoys them.

I’m genuinely impressed with these IQBAR sampler bars. The Chocolate Mint Chip flavor tastes rich and fudge‑like, with just the right hint of mint—and the texture hits the sweet spot: soft and moist, almost cake‑like, not dry or overly chewy.Beyond great taste, I love the clean credentials: 12 g of plant-based protein, only 1–3 g of sugar, plus low net carbs and gluten‑free. As someone managing dietary needs, I appreciate knowing it’s vegan‑friendly and contains brain-nourishing ingredients like Lion’s Mane and MCTs.Overall, a tasty, functional bar that balances flavor, texture, and nutrition. Highly recommend!