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Muscle Moose

Muscle Moose The Dinky Protein Bar Birthday Cake

Muscle Moose The Dinky Protein Bar Birthday Cake

Company's Description

The Dinky Protein Bar from Muscle Moose is the perfect way to satisfy your cravings and add protein to your diet! Each of these snack-sized protein bars contains 11g of protein and is low in sugar and fat. The unique coating, texture and filling make these bars extra tasty. Available in 4 flavours, including Birthday Cake. Perfect for any time of day.

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Chiggie Analysis

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Serving

‎🖖 35 g‎

Nutrition

Calories: 136 kcal
TotalFat: 4.7 g
SaturatedFat: 1.7 g
TransFat: Not specified
Cholesterol: Not specified
Sodium: 0.11 g
TotalCarbohydrates: 11 g
DietaryFiber: 4.6 g
TotalSugars: 1.6 g
AddedSugars: Yes (within chocolate coatings)
SugarAlcohols: Isomalt, Sucralose, Maltitol
Protein: 11 g
‎👋 Assessment: Great protein and fiber for a 136 kcal snack. Low sugar. Contains multiple sweeteners and saturated fat, mostly from dairy and coating. A convenient protein snack but not a 'clean' food. Balance of macros is great; ingredient quality is mixed.

👋 Protein: High – 11g in a small 35g bar
👋 Sugar: Low – 1.6g
👋 Fat: Moderate – 4.7g
👋 Fiber: Excellent – 4.6g

Ingredients

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Milk proteins, soya protein nuggets, whey, collagen, hydrolyzed wheat, sweeteners (maltitol, sucralose, isomalt), palm oil, glycerol, wheat flour, chocolate coating, glazing agents, unicorn sugar strands, beetroot, coconut extract.

‏‏‎ ‎👋 Protein-rich but heavily processed with multiple sweeteners and artificial colors. Includes palm oil and glazing agents. Some whimsical ingredients like sugar strands make it fun but less health-oriented.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 High protein, Very high fiber, Low sugar

‎🙄 Highly processed, Artificial colors and sweeteners, Palm oil content

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Allergan

🤧 Contains: ‎Milk, Wheat, Soya
🫣 May Contain:Nuts, Peanuts
😇 Free From: N/A

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Sweet, Crunchy, Candy-like, Dessert-inspired‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Quick protein fix post-workout, office snack, or sweet treat without sugar spike
Ideal for gym-goers, dieters needing a sweet but macro-friendly snack, or young adults who enjoy novelty flavors

🤝 Supports muscle maintenance, low sugar snack, fiber-rich for satiety

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Milk proteins, whey, soya protein, collagen‎

‎‎‎✊ Mainly from protein, fats (palm oil), and polyols

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Diet Profile

‎🤘 HighProtein, HighFiber, LowSugar, LowSodium, Vegetarian‎

Is it for you?

Athlete: Yes – quick protein boost
BusyProfessional: Yes – portable
Diabetic: Caution – polyols present
EnduranceAthlete: Yes – balance of carbs and protein
FrequentTraveler: Yes – compact and shelf-stable
KidFriendly: Moderately – visual appeal, but sweeteners present
Parent: Not ideal for regular kid consumption
SeniorCitizen: Yes – watch for artificial sweeteners
NaturalLifestyleBuyer: No
WellnessSeeker: Somewhat – good macros, but not clean
WholeFoodPurist: No
WeightLossSeeker: Yes – satiating and low kcal

Still Curious?

Why C?

This mini bar provides a solid protein hit for its size and has limited sugar, but it includes multiple sweeteners, palm oil, and processed ingredients, making it less suitable for clean-label seekers or those avoiding artificial additives.

Dietary Analysis

HighProtein: Yes
HighFiber: Yes
LowSugar: Yes
LowSodium: Yes
LowFat: Moderate
GlutenFree: No
Vegan: No
Vegetarian: Yes
KetoFriendly: No – due to carbs and sugar alcohols
PaleoFriendly: No

Glycemic Index Estimation

Reduced spike due to fiber and polyols, but processed starch present, Polyols and fiber help balance blood sugar‎‎ ‎

‎‎*note: this is estimate. Low GI is good for health.

Good Ingredients

Milk protein, soya protein, whey protein: High-quality protein blend

Permissible Ingredients

Collagen, wheat flour, cocoa powder: Conditionally healthy but processed

Cautionary Ingredients

Palm oil, maltitol, sucralose, isomalt, glazing agents, sugar strands, artificial colorants: Processed, artificial, or controversial additives

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: Maltitol, Isomalt, Sucralose
Additives: Palm oil, Glazing agents, Gelling agents, Emulsifiers
ArtificialColors: Yes – carmine, curcumin
ArtificialFlavors: Yes
ArtificialPreservatives: Not listed explicitly
Athlete Friendly Balanced Macros Busy Professional Friendly Functional Food Glucose Syrup Free High Fiber High Protein Highly Processed Iron Rich Kids Friendly Late Night Snack Low Sodium Low Sugar Office Friendly Office Snack On-the-Go Post-Workout Pre-Workout Red-Flag Ingredients Present Senior Friendly Travel Friendly Vegetarian Weight Loss Friendly

This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or dietary advice. Individuals with specific health conditions or allergies should consult a healthcare professional before making dietary changes.

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