Premier Protein Dark Chocolate Mint Bar: 30g Protein, Full Labelgrade B-reakdown
B- 74 / 100 — Best-in-class protein density at 41.7g per 100g — most other packaged foods can't approach that. The trade-off is the formulation: soy protein isolate + whey concentrate + sucralose + palm kernel oil + corn syrup. You're trading ingredient simplicity for protein density.
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Premier Protein Dark Chocolate Mint High Protein Bar packs 30 grams of protein into a single 72 g bar — about 41.7 g of protein per 100 g of bar, the highest protein density of any packaged food in our database (USDA FDC 2038520). The Labelgrade is B- (74 / 100): A+ on protein density, but ingredient quality lands at C (soy protein isolate + sucralose + palm kernel oil + corn syrup) and sugar load is C+ at 10 g per bar. You’re trading clean ingredients for raw protein density.
Why this Labelgrade
| Dimension | Grade | Score | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein density | A+ | 100 / 100 | 41.7 g per 100 g — best-in-class. Even plain cooked chicken breast (31 g/100 g) is denser per gram only in concentrate form |
| Ingredient quality | C+ | 65 / 100 | Soy protein isolate + sucralose + palm kernel oil + corn syrup + hydrolyzed gelatin. Functional, not whole-food |
| Sugar load | A+ | 100 / 100 | 10 g sugar per 72 g bar (~14 g/100 g) — sugar is the second-listed ingredient |
| Sodium load | D | 47 / 100 | 500 mg sodium per 100 g — moderate-high for a bar |
| Fiber | C- | 59 / 100 | 3 g per bar (4.2 g/100 g) — better than most bars, but not in the fiber-source category |
| Protein per dollar | N/A | — | Premier Protein bars typically retail at $1.50–$2.00 each — solid protein-per-dollar |
| Saturated fat load | C | 60 / 100 | 7 g per 100 g — elevated — accumulates fast if eaten in volume |
| Overall | B- | 74 / 100 | Top-tier protein bar by density, with the formulation compromises typical of isolate-based bars. Best for buyers who prioritize protein quantity over ingredient simplicity |
How it compares
| Product | Protein per bar | Protein density (per 100 g) | Sugar per bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Protein Dark Chocolate Mint (this product) | 30 g | 41.7 g | 10 g |
| RXBAR Protein Bar (per USDA serving) | 7 g | 21.2 g | 10 g (from dates) |
| Plain cooked chicken breast (benchmark) | ~31 g per 100 g | 31.0 g | 0 g |
| Fage Total 0% Nonfat (per 180 g serving) | 32 g | 18.0 g | 9 g (lactose) |
For sheer protein-per-bar, Premier Protein wins. The cost is ingredient complexity. RXBAR delivers cleaner ingredients but only a quarter of the protein per bar. For lifters/athletes who want a portable 30 g protein hit, Premier Protein is hard to beat per unit; for everyday eating, the trade-off may not be worth it.
Whole-food equivalent
The 30 g of protein in one Premier Protein bar equals the protein in about 97 g of plain cooked chicken breast — roughly 3.4 oz. The chicken delivers similar protein with no isolate, no artificial sweetener, no corn syrup, no palm kernel oil — just chicken. The trade-off is convenience: the bar is shelf-stable and eats in 60 seconds; the chicken needs cooking.
Scope
This page covers Premier Protein Dark Chocolate Mint High Protein Bar (2.53 oz, USDA FDC 2038520, UPC 643843000563). Premier Protein sells multiple bar flavors with slightly different formulations and macros; this page applies specifically to the Dark Chocolate Mint variant. Premier also sells protein shakes with very different formulations. Always check the actual product label.
Ingredients (from the USDA Branded Foods entry)
Premier Protein Bar protein blend (soy protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, whey protein isolate), sugar, glycerin, hydrolyzed gelatin, palm kernel oil, water, cocoa (processed with alkali), inulin, natural and artificial flavors, contains 2% or less of: soy lecithin (an emulsifier), tapioca starch, nonfat dry milk, corn syrup, high oleic sunflower oil, salt, sucralose.
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Quick Facts
Per serving · 1 bar (72 g)
Full nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per Serving (1 bar (72 g)) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 280 |
| Protein | 30g |
| Total Fat | 7g |
| Saturated Fat | 5g |
| Trans Fat | 0g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 26g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.02g |
| Total Sugars | 10g |
| Sodium | 360mg |
| Cholesterol | 5.04mg |
| Calcium | 100mg |
| Iron | 5.4mg |
| Potassium | 290mg |
Scope: This page applies specifically to Premier Protein High Protein Bar — Dark Chocolate Mint (2.53 oz (72 g)) · UPC 643843000563. Other sizes, flavors, or formulations may differ.
How this fits each diet
Each score is computed from the same USDA nutrition + ingredient data, against the published rules of each diet. They tell you "does this food fit this diet" — not whether the diet is right for you.
contains animal-derived ingredients
contains meat, fish, or gelatin
no wheat, barley, rye, or malt detected in USDA ingredient list
Frequently Asked Questions
How much protein is in a Premier Protein Dark Chocolate Mint bar?
30 grams of protein per 72g bar — about 41.7g of protein per 100g, which is denser than any other packaged food in our database except other isolate-based protein bars (USDA FDC 2038520).
How many calories per bar?
280 calories per bar.
How does it compare to RXBAR?
Premier Protein delivers 30g of protein per bar vs RXBAR's 7g (per USDA serving) — about 4× the protein per bar. But Premier Protein uses isolate-based protein (soy + whey) and includes sucralose, where RXBAR uses whole-food ingredients (dates, peanuts, egg whites). Premier wins on protein quantity per bar; RXBAR wins on ingredient simplicity.
Does it contain artificial sweeteners?
Yes. The ingredient list includes sucralose. The bar also contains 10g of sugar per serving, so it's both sweetened with sucralose and added sugar.
Is it a 'high protein' food under FDA rules?
Yes — well above the FDA's 20% Daily Value threshold (the 'high in protein' claim). 30g per bar is 60% of the FDA Daily Value of 50g.
Is it gluten-free?
The product line markets itself as gluten-free in some variants but USDA's entry for this specific bar doesn't certify it. Always check the actual package label.
What kind of protein does Premier Protein use?
A blend: soy protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, and whey protein isolate. Plus hydrolyzed gelatin as a structural ingredient.
How much sodium per bar?
360 mg per bar (about 16% of the FDA daily limit) — moderate for a bar this protein-dense.