Reviews
See what bloggers are saying about NuGo REAL Dark Chocolate protein bars.
Non-Dairy NuGO Slim
Daria McDermott – NuGO Slim Non-Dairy EspresSOoooo Good
“In summary, go buy some of these bars! REAL dark chocolate. Espresso (among other flavors, but this is now my favorite!). Protein and fiber-packed. LOW sugar. No FAKE ingredients. No fillers. No artificial sweeteners. Crunchy, chocolate, yumminess.”
“I liked the crunchy bits in the bars and thought the dark chocolate paired excellently with the espresso in the Espresso bar. These don’t taste artificial at all, they’re a real treat!“
“In addition to being a serious dark chocoholic, I also love espresso and peanut butter (the two I got to try) so you can only imagine my happiness.
The conclusion? For dark chocolate lovers who also care about healthy eating, NuGO bars are the way to go.”
“They definitely warded off my hunger, keeping me full until lunch time! Although they tasted like dessert, there’s nothing unhealthy about these bars.”
“This flavor I loved. I have a hard time saying no to anything with PB. 17g of protein and 7g of fiber. These bars are great. Best part is that the ingredient list is decipherable and they are vegan friendly.”
“Our favorite thing about NuGO is they are the only company to make REAL Dark Chocolate coated protein bars for many lifestyles: Kosher, gluten-free, organic, vegan, non-dairy, low sugar, high fiber, and more. We didn’t realize that there are no FDA standards for dark chocolate, causing consumers to be deceived by misleading labels on chocolate protein bars.”
“Seriously, this bar tasted a lot like my secret favorite candy bar: Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups!“
“What I did find impressive was the fact that these bars did not have that nasty fake sugar, protein bar taste that many have. Instead, it tasted like either expresso beans covered in chocolate or chocolate covered peanuts.”
”I love that they are really filling and yummy for under 200 calories.”
NuGO Slim
Celiac-Disease.com - High Praise for NuGO Slim
“I felt satisfied when I was finished with these bars and they held me over until my next meal, which is not an easy task. With all of the running & training that I currently do, I am always eating. Snacks that don’t have protein and fiber in them don’t hold me over and I find myself hungry again in the next hour.”
Fervent Foodie - The Magic Spell in NuGO Slim
“What’s ASTOUNDING about these bars is the taste. Apparently the folks at NuGo concocted some sort of magic spell that makes 2 grams of sugar sufficient without the need for fake sugars or sugar alcohols.
Let me repeat. These bars taste GREAT and they only have 2g of sugar. Real sugar, not the fake crap. My world has been rocked.”
Gluten Free Bloggers Love NuGO Slim (Reviews from Gluten-Free Cat, Nosh – The Gluten-Free Kosher Critic, The Gluten-Free Traveller, and the Delicate Place)
“Many protein bars are often full of sugar and are meant more for bodybuilders than a runner like me, but with only 2 grams of sugar in NuGo Slims I feel comfortable adding them to a post-workout routine. NuGo Slim bars also excise maltitol and artificial sweetener for real dark chocolate in a bar that is really an enjoyable snack.”
“Each Raspberry Truffle Bar has only 180 calories and 17g of Protein. There is 7g of Fiber and only 2g of Sugar! NICE and the Raspberry taste is great! It is ther perfect afternoon snack for me within my Snack Budget and great with a nice coffee! WOOHOO!!!”
“I’m always looking for good protein bars to recommend to my clients. Recently, I discovered another winner-NuGo Slim.”
“With NuGo Slim Bars I can have my chocolate… and enjoy every single delicious bite…. Guilt free!“
“The NuGo Slim bar knocked our socks off in the taste department.”
“The real dark chocolate is unbelievably rich and satisfying and it’s certainly what made these bars stand out to me. The perfect palette cleanser! What amazed me most was the fact that they could taste so delicious and still have great nutritional benefits. The Raspberry Truffle was out of this world. I absolutely recommend these bars!“
“NuGo bars have a filling somewhere between crisp and smooth, and rich and chocolatey – just what I was hoping for. Unexpectedly, the chocolate raspberry has been my favorite (I usually prefer chocolate-nut or pure chocolate flavors) which was a nice surprise!“
“NuGO SLIM had to be our number one! The flavour was impeccable and there was no after taste thanks to their mission to create bars free from artificial sweeteners. Instead they dip the bars into a decadent dark chocolate coating which adds just 2g of sugar, but a whole lot of goodness! Plus, the 15g of protein make it the perfect option for busy food lovers on the fly that don’t want to waste time reading every label to find something gluten free. Whether you are traveling, working out or just hungry this bar will curb those cravings and keep you satisfied.”
“The brownie flavor is my fave with the roasted peanut a close second.”
“Like the Raspberry truffle it was chewy, and full of flavor. I couldn’t even detect that it was a nutritious bar. That’s how yummy it was.“
“I’ve tried other similar bars on the market, like ThinkThin, but I have to admit, I really liked these a whole lot better. Although they have 5 grams less protein, the taste of the NuGo Slim just agrees with me more. The bars are made with no artificial sweeteners and there’s no strange after taste (yuck!). Just lots of delicious chocolate flavor!“
“Wow! For being low in sugar, these bars are fantastic!“
Three Apples a Day - The Healthiest Snack Bars
“Rich, dark chocolate with bits of raspberry. These are for chocolate-lovers!“
“I am SO excited because my favorite nutrition bars are now at Whole Foods in DC. NuGo, who makes a variety of bars also has a line of NuGo Slim bars, which are fantastic!”
“How do they taste? DIVINE! So. Good.”
“Who doesn’t love chocolate + peanut butter? The taste is just like a nice candy bar without all that cardboard texture like most protein bars have. You’ll actually find yourself craving these.”
A Modern Guide to Staying Sane Without Grain
“I recommend these bars without a doubt, especially if you have a sweet tooth!“
“If you haven’t heard of these yet you can thank me later. I’ve been searching for a low sugar lower carb natural high protein bar that wasn’t full of crap and/or expensive for what seems like eons.”
NuGo Dark 
XC Foodie (Dark Chocolate Pretzel)
“The best part of this is that the sea salt granules are visibly sprinkled on top and you can actually enjoy the taste and texture of the salt at the same time as the sweet, creamy chocolate melts in your mouth. It’s made with soy protein and natural sugars so it’s a winner in the ingredients department as far as a protein bar goes.”
Kosher Eye - Product of the Week
“NuGo is one of our favorite finds from the summer Fancy Food Show. In addition to their nutritional benefits, the bars taste delicious and are made with real dark chocolate. NuGo offers a large variety of kosher nutrition bars in numerous flavors and with various benefits, but we especially like the dark chocolate line because they are OU parve (dairy–free).“
“Dark Chocolate Pretzel with Sea Salt rocked my socks off after a define body class. The sea salt was something you never see in a protein bar, and it definitely enhanced the flavor.”
“If you are a fan of the salty, sweet combo, the salted pretzel flavor will be your absolute favorite!“
“The Dark Chocolate Pretzel is literally like heaven in a wrapper. In fact, any flavor I have tried has been fabulous“
“Well, let me tell you about my major treat every single day: the NuGo Mint Chocolate Chip protein bar. They taste like Girl Scout Thin Mint cookies. Oh yes they do.”
“These vegan snack bars are chocolatey, chewy, and extremely filling. I originally discovered these super yummy NuGo Nutrition bars at the Pittsburgh airport, and then realized they are widely distributed in grocery stores, health food stores, and lucky for me, airports across the country.”
“I loved the Chocolate Pretzel bar, because I am a salty/sweet addict. It is made with real dark chocolate (not that fake strange “chocolate” substitute that leaves a weird after-taste).“
“Seriously, Nugo bars are my new favorite food/thing in the world. The first one I tried was the chocolate pretzel with sea salt when I was upstate over the weekend and I literally had to hold back tears this thing was so good. It seems that something that good could never be healthy, but they are definitely Jen(that’s me) approved. Every bite had a touch of sea salt and if you are crazy about salty/sweet combo’s, these will swoon you.“
“Nugo bars are HUGE !! Way bigger than balance bars, zone bars…theyre about the size of a Luna bar entirely covered in a coat of dark chocolate. But the center is made of these really yummy protein crisps, instead of some icky protein blend paste that’s supposed to look like cookie dough or carrot cake or key lime pie. They are SO satisfying.“
Just Audrey - Snacks and Treats for Vegans on the Go
“The Mint Chocolate Chip was my favorite. I’m not usually a huge mint-chocolate fan, but something about this bar just made it really tasty. It reminded me of a peppermint patty!”
Juicing and Raw Foods – NuGo Nutrition Bars Will Blow You Away
“I’ve tried a number of energy bars and health bars over the years and none of them taste as good as the NuGo bars. Most protein bars taste like ..something I can’t post and a few like Tiger’s Milk have been just decent. The Nugo bars are so good that all other brands have a lot to worry about.”
Nutrition Fixation (Mint Chocolate Chip)
“Their greatest accomplishment however, is that my husband likes them, which for those who don’t know, my husband is the pickiest eater on the planet!” Overall grade: A
“How many times do you reach for a protein bar to stave off hunger or give you a boost only to be super disappointed or grossed out by its chalky flavor or yucky texture? Well, NuGo Nutrition bars will change all of that! Great flavors with vegan and gluten free options that almost make you feel guilty for eating them they’re so good! Great tasting and good for you.“
“While I love these new flavors, I adore the Dark Chocolate Pretzel and Dark Chocolate Mint. I know what to ask Santa to put in my stocking this year!”
“One of the reasons I like the NuGo Dark line so much is because NuGo Nutrition uses real dark chocolate as opposed to fake dark chocolate made from vegetable oils.”
Gluten-Free is Life (Chocolate Pretzel)
“I literally inhaled this bar!! It has just moved to the top of my list for protein bars!“
Celiac-Disease.com (Mint Chocolate Chip)
“Let me be the first to tell you that this bar was nothing short of fantastic! I was absolutely giddy after taking my first bite!“
“What makes NuGo Nutrition stand out from the rest? Real chocolate.”
Big City Vegan (Vegan Airport Food)
“My favorite Nugo bars are mocha, chocolate chip and mint chocolate chip.”
“The combination of the sweet and crunchy filling, the dark decadent chocolate and the amazing sea salt is something I will never get sick of.”
“My personal favorite flavor is the chocolate pretzel with sea salt. So freaking good.”
Fat Gay Vegan - NuGo for it!
“I was at a wedding this labor day weekend and in the “goody bag” were a few NuGo Bars… among the other ones I’ve tried I must say the Dark Chocolate Pretzel is my favorite.”
NuGO FREE
NuGO FREE: A Hit with Bloggers (Links to reviews from many bloggers)
Goodie Goodie Gluten Free (Dark Chocolate Trail Mix)
“I found a new bar called NuGo Free, not only gluten-free and certified, but kosher (OU Pareve) too. Also Vegan, Dairy-Free and Soy Free. The Cashier hadn’t tried them yet, so I only got one. And boy, I wish I had stocked up! SOOOOOOO GOOOOOOD“
Gluten Free Mike (Dark Chocolate Trail Mix)
“It was an interesting mix of rice protein crisps, brown rice, cranberries, pumpkin seeds, flax seeds and walnuts. As if that was not enough throw in a coating of rich dark chocolate and you have granola bar kismet. The bar is just sweet enough to satiate your sweet tooth without being too sugary and the seeds and nuts are the perfect contrast to the chocolate coating.”
“And the Dark Chocolate Trail Mix bar. Also gluten, soy, and dairy free + 9g of protein. The flavor and texture of this bar is so delicious. It reminded me of a real candy bar, but without a list of 30+ unreadable ingredients.”
“The trail mix bar is a delicious blend of rice crisps, nuts and dried fruit. My mouth is watering as I type.”
Veggie Food Lover (Dark Chocolate Trail Mix)
“Every ingredient something I recognize. No chemical names. Nothing that screams cancer-causing badness either. Just wholesome good food…wrapped up in a vegan and gluten-free treat.”
“I devoured it if that is any indication. Honestly…amazing flavor. Every bite had a little bit of salty-sweet to it. It kept the palate interested. And I kept going back for another bite…savoring…yet devouring. It was the perfect snack.”
“We found the BEST gluten, dairy and soy free nutrition bars that are just perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.”
The Gluten Dairy Egg Free Life (Dark Chocolate Crunch)
“I also keep a stash at work just in case I need a pick me up, especially since it contains chocolate–hello?!? I would definitely recommend this bar for those who are traveling or need a mid-day snack!“
NuGO Organic
“The coating is thick, not what you would expect in a bar also wanting to be healthy – which accounts for its satisfying taste. The Organic Dark Chocolate Almond is one of my favorites in the Organic line.”
“NuGO Organic – Dark Chocolate Almond: Out of all six bars I have tried this one was the winner in my eye. It had a nostalgic taste of a childhood candy that I have yet to pinpoint. The dark chocolate and the almond taste really complement each other and with each bite I was doing a happy wiggle in my seat. Would I eat it again? I might just go out and get a whole box…or two.”
“Although I certainly have no objections to chocolate in any form I must say the real winner was the Pomegranate. The dark chocolate and the fruit flavored splendor mixed together in such a way that it teased my pallet.”
“I absolutely loved the Double Dark Chocolate bar! The chocolate on these bars is amazing and doesn’t taste waxy like on some other bars I have tried.”
“It tasted more like a candy bar than a nutrition bar. You know what it reminded me of? Remember Whatchamacallit’s?“
Rachel.nu (Double Dark Chocolate)
“Overall I was pleasantly surprised to have enjoyed it so much“
Reviews of Several NuGo Bars
Great Reviews of NuGo REAL Dark Chocolate Protein Bars (Links to reviews from Chocolate Covered Diamonds, Beauty and Balance by Baynes, Shosh and the City, The Candy Fan, and more)
Gluten-Free Travel Site (Dark, Slim, and FREE)
“Our absolute favorite — hands down — was the Chocolate Pretzel. At first bite, it was a surprise…I was not expecting the saltiness. But the addition of sea salt to the pretzel and chocolate combination is pure heaven. We cannot keep these bars in our house…they are virtually gone within a day or two of buying them, as all four of us fight over them and “keep track” of our supply!“
U Rock Girl (Dark and Slim)
“I’ve tried all of the flavors in the NuGo Dark line as well as the NuGo Slim line and they all rock! Our official taste testers found the Mint Chocolate Chip and the Chocolate Pretzel flavors in the Dark line to be our favorites, with Peanut butter cup a close third, while the Brownie Crunch in the Slim line was our favorite.”
NuGo at the Third Annual Healthy Living Summit (Links to reviews from many bloggers)
Food Review 101 (vegan Dark, Organic, and FREE)
“The bars all taste great, they only use healthy ingredients, and the bars actually taste better than actual chocolate bars.”
Veggie Fitness (Dark and FREE)
“I tried a dark chocolate mint one and also a dark chocolate crunch soy free dairy free protein bar, would buy them both again with no hesitation. The big plus about NuGo’s chocolate options is that they are made with real dark chocolate.”
Sweat=Success (Slim, Organic, and FREE)
