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Convenient carbohydrate- and energy-dense snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Crispy energy bar (40 g) has 173 calories. That works out to 432 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.4 g of carbs, 3.3 g of protein, 6.7 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 0.6 mg of Manganese covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
173
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
25.4g
· 9% DV
Protein
3.3g
· 7% DV
Fat
6.7g
· 9% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 8% · Fat 34%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 173 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.7 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.68 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 84 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.4 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 173 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 20 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 40 g | 173 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 259 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 80 g | 346 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 80 g | 346 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 432 kcal |
Calculated from 432 calories per 100 g.
A crispy energy bar gets its crunch from ingredients such as puffed grains, crisped cereal pieces, or nuts held together with a binder. The exact texture depends on the recipe, and a coating or filling can make some bars softer.
Ingredients vary by brand, but a crispy energy bar commonly combines grains or cereal pieces with a sweet binder; some varieties also contain nuts, seeds, dried fruit, or chocolate. The name does not describe one standard recipe.
A crispy energy bar can be a convenient snack, especially when you need something portable, but it is not automatically a nutritious choice. Some varieties contain sweet coatings or binders, so pair one with fruit or yogurt if you want a more substantial snack.
No. A crispy energy bar is a broad product type, while a granola bar usually features rolled oats or granola. The categories can overlap: some crispy bars use granola, while others get their texture from puffed grains or crisped cereal.
Yes, a crispy energy bar can be a convenient carbohydrate-rich snack before exercise. Eating it too close to a hard workout may feel uncomfortable for some people, so try it during a less demanding session before relying on it.
Yes, crispy energy bars are portable and easy to eat on a hike, making them useful when a full meal is inconvenient. Keep them out of direct heat, which can soften coatings, and bring water to drink alongside your snack.
Usually not on its own. A crispy energy bar is easy to carry, but it may not provide the variety or lasting fullness of a complete meal. If it is all you have, add something like fruit and yogurt when possible.
Wrap an opened crispy energy bar tightly and keep it in a cool, dry place. Exposure to air and humidity can make the crisp pieces go soft, while heat may melt its coating. Follow any storage directions on the package.
Yes. You can combine crisped rice or puffed grains with nuts or seeds and a sticky binder, press the mixture firmly into a pan, then chill it until set. Homemade bars may crumble more easily because they lack commercial binders.
Yes, many children can eat a crispy energy bar as an occasional snack, provided its texture is suitable for their age and chewing ability. A bar is not a substitute for varied meals, and whole nuts or very sticky pieces may be unsuitable for young children.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.12mg · 7% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.6µg · 5% DV
B3
0.84mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.58mg · 25% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
99mg · 14% DV
Magnesium
45mg · 11% DV
Sodium
84mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
124mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 173 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A Crispy energy bar is a portable snack made by combining crunchy grains, often with a sweet binder. Recipes vary: some include dried fruit, seeds or other additions, so bars can differ in sweetness and texture. Its compact shape makes it easy to keep in a bag for later.
People commonly reach for one between meals, while travelling or outdoors, or when they want a quick snack at work or school. It is carbohydrate- and energy-dense, providing 432 kcal per 100 g. For a more rounded snack, have it with a piece of fruit; if you are choosing one as a light bite, check the portion size on the pack.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.76g
Omega 6:3 ratio 32.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (32.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.