Kirkland Signature Protein bar energy variety pack, 20 Count

Great Taste!

Oh boy, where do I even begin with these Kirkland signature protein bars? Let me just say that my taste buds are doing the macarena right now!First off, the texture is just right. It's chewy but not too much, and it's not like those other protein bars that taste like you're biting into gravel. These bars are softer than a baby's bottom and they are packed with flavor.Speaking of flavors, have you tried the chocolate brownie one? I don't even know how they did it, but it tastes like a legit brownie. I'm convinced there are tiny little chocolate fairies working tirelessly in the Kirkland factory to make these bars extra delicious.And let's not forget about the peanut butter flavor. It's like eating a spoonful of creamy peanut butter, minus the weird looks from your coworkers. Trust me, I've been there.But the best part? These bars have a jaw-dropping 21 grams of protein. That's more than enough to power through a workout or just power nap on your couch, whichever you prefer.Overall, these Kirkland signature protein bars deserve all five stars and a standing ovation. I just hope they don't raise the price because I might have to sell my soul to pay for them.

I've eaten these bars for several years. They make a quick meal or nutritious snack. Tasty and filling.

This tasted far different than most comparable protein bars. There was a graininess that was not expected and the flavor tasted like whatever syrup or powder or such was used was not fully mixed into the bars. But on the whole, it was a wonderful value (was about $25 when I bought it) for the amount of protein. It should be slightly heated before eating, though. I usually have coffee at lunch/snack time so I set the partially unwrapped bar over my mug and let the steam from the coffee heat the bar for a few minutes. The bar ends up being a somewhat tacky consistency (tootsie roll-like) and takes a bit of chewing. There is a bit of an overly sweetened flavor, particularly with the chocolate, but not unlike chocolate ice cream. There is definitely a coco flavor but it's much more like bittersweet chocolate. The cookie dough flavor is kind of variable but has much less flavor of any kind. However, again, for the value these are excellent for the macros, for keeping full, for carrying around throughout the day and for something that will keep you full and content after a workout or at midday.

I have looked and looked for bars, and when I look at the ingredients why they give you protein they definitely do not provide any other health benefit. I use an app that rates the ingredients in the item and this one comes up as a good one to use. I will say that I can’t rant and rave about the taste, but it is tolerable and fits the bill when in crunch time for some protein went out and about.

I bought these as a possible replacement to quest bars due to how many I eat(1-2 per day). The flavor varieties are limited to just these two, but the cost savings depending on where you buy your quest bars can be in the range of $0.60 to $1+ per bar.I tried both bars today. The brownie one is flat out horrible. 0/5 if I could. The flavor profile reminds me of cheap chocolate, and actually trying to eat the bar is essentially like chewing gum. After about chewing my first bite of the bar for about 30 seconds I spit it out and moved onto the next one.The chocolate cookie dough one is subpar at best. Might be worth a 1.5-2/5. I was actually able to chew and swallow my bite of this one, but rather than tasting like cookie dough, or even like a cookie dough imitation, which is what the somewhat okay quest bar version does for this flavor, it instead tastes like it is instead trying to mimic the flavor of something trying to mimic the flavor of cookie dough. So what you end up with is a worse version of the quest bar version of this flavor which is already only alright in its own right, and is one of their weakest bars in their lineup.In the end, someone at Kirkland decided it would be a good idea to take two of the worst quest bar flavors, and then make even cheaper versions of them, which in the end is reflected by the barely palatable taste of each. I wouldn't recommend anyone buying these. I'll try to see if someone I know likes them as maybe they wouldn't mind taking 18 free protein bars.In the end the only way these compare to the quest bars, is in their macro nutrient counts. In the end though, I signed up for 5 boxes of quest bars a month until I get a decent stock pile so I can take advantage of the 15% discount. That puts my price at $20-$21 per box or $1.75 per quest bar compared to ~$1.35 per bar for these. It is well worth the extra $0.40 per bar so I am not revolted by what I am eating and can actually enjoy the product I am paying for.

Forget the peanut butter ones or the cookies and cream flavor. The chocolate chip cookie dough and chocolate brownie flavors are the best ones. They're my favorite protein bars in general - not just out of the brands sold at Costco. They help me reach my protein goals, and they stave off hunger for a few hours. I don't have a Costco nearby anymore, so I was pleased to see I could get these on Amazon with Prime free delivery.

I used to buy these from Costco but they were out of stock so I bought them here. I have yet to find another protien bar that costs this cheap and keeps the cals and sugar so low while still tasting pretty good.