Munchme Nutritious Snack Roasted Almond
Munchme Nutritious Snack Roasted Almond: independently scored 5.5/10 on Protein Score and 8.3/10 on Clean Score by ProteinScore.
4.4g protein per serve · 105 cal · 2.3g sugar · 27mg sodium · 20g serve.
Overview
Compared to the brand's Pistachio Cranberry version, this Roasted Almond bite packs in more protein and less sugar. It's a simpler, more savoury-leaning option in the Munchme lineup, positioning itself as a whole-food snack rather than a functional protein bar. With 21.8g of protein per 100g, it sits below the 27g category average for protein bars and snacks we track. The sugar content is roughly on par with the typical snack in this aisle. This isn't a bar to compete with the heavy hitters in the gym-focused bays; it's a nut-first snack with a protein bonus, and it performs that job well. The strength here is the simplicity. With just four ingredients, led by 91% almonds, it sidesteps the long lists of additives, fillers and sugar alcohols common in the category. We see it as a lunchbox or desk-drawer snack for when you want something crunchy and straightforward to chew on, without the ultra-processed feel. The multipack format of six small 20g bites reinforces its role as a portion-controlled snack. It's not designed to be a filling meal-tide-over, but rather a quick, portable bite that's easy to stash in a bag or car.
Protein Score: 5.5/10
The protein hit here comes at a relatively high calorie cost for the snack aisle. With 4.2g of protein per 100 calories, it's more of an energy-dense nut bite than an efficient protein delivery system, landing a 4.5/10. The 4.4g of protein per 20g serve is the key number. That protein serve is comparable to a standard muesli bar, not a dedicated protein bar which typically offers 20g or more. It trails the category average for protein density, confirming its place as a snack-with-protein, not a protein-first product for post-gym recovery. For a shopper wanting a substantial protein boost, you would need several of these bites to get close to the impact of a single, higher-ranked bar. It's a trade-off for the whole-food ingredient list and simple formulation, and one that many shoppers will happily make.
Clean Score: 8.3/10
No artificial sweeteners, no sugar alcohols, no colours, and no preservatives make for a very clean label. This straightforward, four-ingredient list earns the bar a 7.9/10, placing it well ahead of the more heavily processed snacks in the category. The score reflects the product's reliance on whole foods - in this case, 91% almonds with a little rice malt syrup and cane sugar for binding and taste. It avoids the gums, emulsifiers, and synthetic additives that often inflate the ingredient count on competitor bars, which typically sit around 22 ingredients. This clean profile is the bar's main selling point. While it does contain added sugar, the absence of a long chemical list will appeal to ingredient-conscious shoppers. It's proof that a snack bar can hold together without a chemistry set.
Wins
- A very short list of just four ingredients.
- Contains 91% almonds as the primary ingredient.
- No artificial sweeteners, colours or preservatives.
Watch outs
- Only 4.4g of protein per 20g bar.
- Lower protein density than the category average.
- Contains added sugar from two sources.
Ingredients
Almonds (91%), rice malt syrup, cane sugar, sea salt.
4 ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
- Where can I buy Munchme Roasted Almond bites?
- These Munchme bites are listed in the snack aisle at Coles supermarkets. They are sold in a 120g multipack containing six individual 20g bars. While they are typically stocked in major supermarkets, availability can vary by store location. The brand may also sell them directly from their own website. We'd suggest checking the Coles website for local stock or looking for the brand online.
- How does this compare to other Munchme snacks?
- This Roasted Almond version has a stronger nutritional profile than some other flavours in the range. Compared with the brand's Nutritious Snack Pistachio Cranberry, for example, this bar has 4.9g more protein and 7.5g less sugar per 100g. This makes it one of the higher-protein, lower-sugar options within the Munchme lineup that we've seen. We think it's the better choice if you're comparing the two side-by-side.
- Is this bar filling enough for a snack?
- It's best viewed as a light, portion-controlled snack. At 105 calories and with a good amount of fibre from the almonds, it can certainly help take the edge off afternoon hunger. However, given its small 20g size, it's not as substantial as a larger 60g protein bar or a piece of fruit. We'd grab one for a quick bite, but you wouldn't rely on it to tide you over for hours.
- Can this snack replace a small meal?
- No, this is definitely a snack, not a meal replacement. The 4.4g of protein and 105 calories per bar are not enough to provide the sustained energy or macronutrient balance of a proper meal. It's designed as a convenient bite for a lunchbox, desk drawer, or glovebox. If you need to replace a meal, we'd suggest looking at dedicated meal replacement shakes or larger, more nutritionally complete ready meals.
- Why isn't the Protein Score higher with 21.8g of protein per 100g?
- Our Protein Score considers multiple factors, not just the per-100g number. The most important factor for a snack bar is the protein you get in a single serve, which is a modest 4.4g here. This is closer to a standard muesli bar than a dedicated protein bar. We also look at protein per 100 calories to assess efficiency. While the per-100g figure is solid, the small serve size keeps it in the mid-range.