If you like to snack, boy have I found a great new snack for you to try! Orchard Bars are all-natural, vegan and gluten-free bars that are loaded with nuts and fruit, sunflower and flax seeds. The bars are rich in antioxidants (vitamins A & C), low in sodium, high in Omega-3 and a good source of protein.
I love to keep snacks like these on hand for quick refueling after a workout or something to hold me over until my next meal when I am out running around. More about Orchard Bars:
NEW from Washington State’s orchard country, our all-natural Orchard Bars are loaded with real fruit, heart-healthy nuts, nutritious seeds, and protein-rich soy nuggets. No date paste filler, no peanuts, no strange substances from the lab. Just all-natural energy from fruits, nuts, and seeds.
There are five different varieties of the Orchard Bar:
Blueberry pomegranate & almond – fruit [fruit juice from concentrate (organic apple, blueberry, pomegranate), blueberries, pomegranate powder, organic apple flake], organic evaporated cane syrup, organic tapioca syrup, almonds, seeds (sunflower, flax), soy protein nuggets (soy protein isolate, tapioca starch, salt), fruit pectin, citric acid, natural flavors, sodium citrate, ascorbic acid, Vitamin E (to preserve freshness). CONTAINS ALMONDS & SOY.
Pineapple coconut & macadamia -fruit [fruit juice from concentrate (organic apple, blueberry, pomegranate), blueberries, pomegranate powder, organic apple flake], organic evaporated cane syrup, organic tapioca syrup, almonds, seeds (sunflower, flax), soy protein nuggets (soy protein isolate, tapioca starch, salt), fruit pectin, citric acid, natural flavors, sodium citrate, ascorbic acid, Vitamin E (to preserve freshness). CONTAINS ALMONDS & SOY.
Strawberry raspberry & walnut -fruit [fruit juice from concentrate (organic apple, strawberry), strawberries, raspberries, organic apple flake], organic evaporated cane syrup, organic tapioca syrup, nutmeats (walnuts, almonds), seeds (sunflower, flax), soy protein nuggets (soy protein isolate, tapioca starch, salt), fruit pectin, citric acid, natural flavors, sodium citrate, ascorbic acid, Vitamin E (to preserve freshness). CONTAINS WALNUTS, ALMONDS, & SOY.
Cherry almond crunch – New flavor with ingredients not listed on website yet (I tossed my wrapper already!)
Banana mango & macadamia – New flavor with ingredients not listed on website yet (I tossed my wrapper already!)
These bars were filling and had a great flavor and texture. My only complaint is that they were a little too sweet for me for a snack, as I am used to eating bars with no added sugar (organic evaporated cane syrup and organic tapioca syrup). That being said, I would eat these for a healthier dessert option. I loved the pineapple coconut macadamia bar – it was like being transported to a tropical island! The other flavors were all very good and I liked the combination of fruits and nuts.
Orchard Bars can be purchased in select stores and online. There is a sample offer where you can try 2 bars for just $2.50 including shipping and handling.
Have you tried Orchard Bars? What did you think?
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**These bars were sent to me for review purposes. The thoughts and opinions shared here are mine and have not been influenced by anyone or anything.
I’m always looking for the perfect gluten-free protein bar to carry with me every day for those times when I need a snack and I’m not at home. I’ve tried just about every new bar out there and still haven’t found one yet that is tasty, low glycemic, high protein, low cal and soy free. It’s a tall order but I continue to hold out hope that it’s not impossible. When someone finally hits on that magic combo with a great flavor, they’ll likely become wealthy.
Wish I could try these but I am allergic to almonds. Wish they had some flavors without those nuts.