My favorite protein bar company/line thus far has been Quest Nutrition, so today I bring to you my review of the Cinnamon Roll Quest Bar. I am reviewing it on three criteria: taste, texture, and nutrition value.
Taste: The bar definitely has a cinnamon flavor, but alas, it is missing that cream cheese icing. It is just sweet enough (for me at least) to qualify as a wonderful dessert and satisfy any sweet tooth. I do wish that the cinnamon flavor was stronger though or it had some of that wonderful yeasty element that I associate with cinnamon rolls. Nonetheless, the flavor is delicious and one of my favorites. Oh, and no strange aftertaste!
Texture: As with all Quest bars, this one is dense and chewy, but I do find that it is one of the softer ones. Unfortunately for me, I like them super chewy, so I found this bar a bit too soft for me. I have tried it both microwaved and broiled and I must say, I do prefer it raw. As with any Quest bar, microwaving it makes it nice and soft while broiling it gives it a crunchy exterior and soft interior, but like I said, I just want my bar to be chewy! Oh, and there are small nut pieces scattered throughout, but I really didn't understand them and they aren't really noticeable.
Nutrition: As with any Quest bar, the nutrition content is fabulous. 20 grams of protein, 25 grams of carbs, 17 grams of fiber, 6 grams of fat, and 170 calories.
Ingredient list: Protein Blend (Whey Protein Isolate, Milk Protein Isolate), Isomalto-Oligosaccharides* (Prebiotic Fiber), Almonds, Water, Erythritol. Contains less than 2% of the following: Sea Salt, Stevia, Lo Han Guo, Natural Flavors, Cinnamon.My final thoughts: 8/10 - Not the absolute best, but still delicious and worth a try! One of my top 5 favorite Quest flavors.
