RXBAR Chocolate Chip (1.83 oz): 12g Protein, Labelgrade B
B 77 / 100 — The standard 1.83 oz retail RXBAR is the cleanest mainstream protein bar at this protein delivery — 12 g per bar from egg whites + nuts, with a 7-ingredient list that fits on the front of the package. Excellent protein density (23 g per 100 g), excellent fiber (5 g per bar). The sugar score is the trade-off — 13 g per bar, all naturally-occurring from dates, but still a meaningful sugar load even after we apply our whole-food date discount.
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RXBAR Chocolate Chip (1.83 oz / 52 g) delivers 12 g of protein and 220 calories per bar with just seven whole-food ingredients: dates, egg whites, almonds, cashews, chocolate, natural flavors, sea salt (USDA FDC 2609152). Zero added sugar. The Labelgrade is B (77 / 100) — strong protein density at 23 g per 100 g, excellent ingredient quality, the highest fiber of any bar in our database (5 g per bar), with the sugar score as the main critique because of the dates.
Why this Labelgrade
| Dimension | Grade | Score | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein density | A- | 85 / 100 | 23 g of protein per 100 g — excellent for a whole-food bar with no isolate. Beats most “natural” bar competitors |
| Ingredient quality | B | 75 / 100 | Seven recognizable whole-food ingredients. No whey isolate, no soy isolate, no sugar alcohols, no artificial sweeteners, no synthetic vitamins. About as clean as a packaged bar gets |
| Sugar load | B- | 73 / 100 | 13 g sugars per bar (25 g per 100 g), all naturally-occurring from dates. We apply a 50% penalty reduction for date-source sugar, but it’s still high enough to ding the score meaningfully |
| Sodium load | C | 61 / 100 | 200 mg per bar (385 mg per 100 g) — moderate. Reasonable for a snack bar; lower than most jerky or savory snacks |
| Fiber | A+ | 97 / 100 | 5 g per bar — the highest of any bar in our database. Driven by the date pulp + nuts |
| Saturated fat load | B | 76 / 100 | 4 g per 100 g — moderate — typical for this category |
| Overall | B | 77 / 100 | The cleanest mainstream protein bar at the 12-g-per-bar protein delivery point. If you want whole-food convenience protein, this is near the top of the category |
How it compares
| Product | Protein per bar | Sugar | Fiber | Ingredients | Sweetener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RXBAR Chocolate Chip (this product) | 12 g | 13 g (dates) | 5 g | 7 | None added |
| Premier Protein Bar (Dark Chocolate Mint) | 20 g | 2 g | 17 g | ~25 | Sucralose + maltitol |
| EAS Pure Milk Protein Bar (Choc Chip Cookie Dough) | 15 g | 9 g | 4 g | ~30 | Sugar + syrups |
| Kind Fruit & Nut Delight | 6 g | 9 g | 3 g | 14 | Honey + glucose |
RXBAR sits in a unique position: more protein than Kind (whole-food competitor), much shorter ingredient list than Premier or EAS (isolate-based competitors). The trade-off vs Premier is straightforward — RXBAR is half the protein density at half the ingredient complexity.
Whole-food equivalent
One RXBAR Chocolate Chip (12 g protein) equals roughly:
- 39 g of cooked chicken breast (about 1.4 oz)
- 2 large eggs (12 g)
- About a 1/3 cup of Fage Total 0% Greek yogurt (~67 g)
For 220 calories, two eggs + a slice of toast (~250 calories) delivers very similar protein with less sugar — but requires cooking and isn’t shelf-stable. The bar’s value is in being eaten without prep.
Scope
This page covers the standard retail RXBAR Chocolate Chip Protein Bar (1.83 oz / 52 g, UPC 857777004690) as represented in USDA Branded Foods FDC 2609152. RXBAR sells dozens of flavors (chocolate sea salt, peanut butter, blueberry, mixed berry, etc.) — protein and macros are similar across the line (typically 12 g protein per bar), with slight variations in sugar (different fruit/chocolate ratios) and fat (different nut amounts). The “RXBAR Plant Protein” line is a different formulation. Always check the actual package label.
Ingredients (from the USDA Branded Foods entry)
Dates, egg whites, almonds, cashews, chocolate, natural flavors, sea salt.
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Quick Facts
Per serving · 1 bar (52 g)
Full nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per Serving (1 bar (52 g)) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 220 |
| Protein | 12g |
| Total Fat | 10g |
| Saturated Fat | 2g |
| Trans Fat | 0g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 22g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5g |
| Total Sugars | 13g |
| Added Sugars | 0g |
| Sodium | 200mg |
| Cholesterol | 0mg |
| Calcium | 40mg |
| Iron | 1.8mg |
| Potassium | 350mg |
Scope: This page applies specifically to RXBAR Chocolate Chip Protein Bar (1.83 oz (52 g) bar) · UPC 857777004690. 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 no listed meat or fish
no wheat, barley, rye, or malt detected in USDA ingredient list
Frequently Asked Questions
How much protein is in an RXBAR Chocolate Chip?
12 grams of protein per 1.83 oz (52 g) bar (USDA FDC 2609152). The primary protein source is egg whites — RXBAR uses no whey isolate or soy isolate.
What's in an RXBAR Chocolate Chip?
Just seven ingredients: dates, egg whites, almonds, cashews, chocolate, natural flavors, sea salt. RXBAR prints them on the front of every package.
How many calories per bar?
220 calories per 1.83 oz bar. Higher than Quest or Premier shakes (159 calories for 30 g protein) but lower than two eggs + a slice of toast at similar protein delivery.
Does RXBAR have added sugar?
No. The 13 g of sugars per bar are naturally-occurring from the dates (about 6-7 large dates worth of date sugar per bar). RXBAR labels this prominently and the USDA entry confirms 0 g added sugar.
Is it 'high in protein' under FDA rules?
Yes — 12 g per bar is 24% of the 50 g FDA Daily Value, just above the 20% threshold for the 'high in protein' claim.
Why is the sugar so high if there's no added sugar?
Dates are the primary binder, and dates contain 60-70% sugar by weight. RXBAR's whole-food approach trades off ingredient simplicity (5-ingredient list on the bar core; 7 with chocolate flavors) against sugar density. The sugar metabolizes differently from refined cane sugar because of the fiber matrix it comes in, but it still affects blood glucose.
How does it compare to a Quest or Premier Protein bar?
RXBAR has fewer and cleaner ingredients (7 vs 25-35 for Quest/Premier bars), no whey isolate, no sugar alcohols, no artificial sweeteners. Quest and Premier bars typically pack more protein per bar (20 g vs RXBAR's 12 g) at the cost of formulation complexity. Direct trade: clean ingredients vs maximum protein density.
How much protein does the multi-bar pack version have?
The 5.8 oz multi-bar RXBAR pack listed in USDA's older entry shows 7 g protein per serving — that's a different SKU (likely a smaller-format bar). The standard retail 1.83 oz Chocolate Chip RXBAR delivers 12 g per bar.