Sam's Pantry Protein Crisp Bars Choc Honeycomb 5 pack
Sam's Pantry Protein Crisp Bars Choc Honeycomb 5 pack: independently scored 6.4/10 on Protein Score and 6.0/10 on Clean Score by ProteinScore.
7g protein per serve · 125 cal · 7.1g sugar · 121mg sodium · 32g serve.
Overview
As a Woolworths private label product, Sam's Pantry Protein Crisp Bars are aimed squarely at the lunchbox and desk drawer market, rather than the gym bag. This isn't a high-performance bar, and it doesn't pretend to be. Instead, it's a crunchy, sweet, honeycomb-flavoured snack that offers a small protein top-up, landing somewhere between a chocolate bar and a more functional option. The nutritional panel tells the story. With 22.3g of sugar per 100g, it carries more than double the sugar of the typical protein bar we track, while its protein density is noticeably lower than the category average. It sits right alongside the brand's Protein Crisp Bars Double Choc 5 pack, which delivers 0.9g less protein and 0.2g more sugar per 100g, making them nutritionally very similar. This positions the whole range as a sweeter, lighter protein choice. Soy protein crisps provide the texture and the protein base, supported by whey protein concentrate. The ingredient list is long at 33 items, driven by the multi-part construction of a chocolate compound coating, a honeycomb-flavoured layer, and various fibres and syrups. Ultimately, this is a taste-led product where the macros take a back seat to the confectionery-style crunch and flavour.
Protein Score: 6.4/10
This bar sits in the lighter end of the Sam's Pantry protein range, offering a modest protein hit that frames it as a snack-with-protein rather than a dedicated recovery bar. The 7g of protein per 32g serve earns a 5.6/10, a score that trails the field for protein bars. The protein-per-calorie metric is a modest 5.6g per 100kcal. That score reflects its positioning on the shelf. It lands below the category average, signalling it's not designed to compete with the 20g-plus bars aimed at post-gym refuelling. You'd need to eat three of these to get a similar protein dose to a single, more focused bar, which would come at a significant calorie and sugar cost. For a shopper wanting a small protein boost in a crunchy, convenient format, it serves a purpose. But if your goal is maximising protein intake efficiently, there are far stronger performers in this aisle. It's a step up from a standard muesli bar, but only a small one.
Clean Score: 6.0/10
Does a long ingredient list automatically make a snack a poor choice? Not necessarily, but it does signal a higher level of processing. This bar's list runs to 33 ingredients, which is longer than the typical snack in this category and contributes to its 4.7/10 Clean Score. The score is a reflection of this complexity, not a verdict on its nutritional value. The list includes multiple emulsifiers like soy lecithin (322) and sunflower lecithin, humectants such as glycerine, and various fibres and syrups to create the bar's texture and shelf stability. While it avoids artificial sweeteners, it uses natural sweeteners monk fruit extract and steviol glycosides alongside a hefty dose of regular sugar and glucose syrup. Ultimately, this score indicates the bar is a highly constructed product, a trade-off for achieving its specific crunchy texture, honeycomb flavour and long shelf life. For shoppers who prefer snacks made from fewer, more recognisable whole-food ingredients, this bar won't fit the bill. It's a product of factory precision, not kitchen simplicity.
Wins
- 7g of protein per bar is a step up from a standard muesli bar.
- Delivers a crunchy, honeycomb-focused texture for a satisfying chew.
- No artificial sweeteners, using monk fruit and stevia for sweetness instead.
Watch outs
- At 22.3g of sugar per 100g, this is a high-sugar snack.
- Only 7g of protein per bar, which is low for a protein-first product.
- A long list of 33 ingredients points to significant processing.
Ingredients
Milk Choc Compound (23%) (Sugar, Vegetable Fat, Cocoa Solids, Milk Solids, Emulsifier (Soy Lecithin), Salt, Natural Flavours), Soy Protein Crisps (22%) (Soy Protein Isolate, Tapioca Starch, Salt), Honeycomb Flavoured Layer (20%) (Chicory Fibre, Soluble Com Fibre, White Choc Compound (4%) (Milk, Soy), Vegetable Shortening, Whey Protein Concentrate (Milk), Emulsifier (Sunflower Lecithin), Salt, Natural Flavour, Monk Fruit Extract, Steviol Glycosides, Antioxidant (Vitamin E)), Glucose Syrup, Isomalto Oligosaccharide, Soluble Corn Fibre, Sunflower Oil, Soy Protein Isolate, Cocoa Crispies (1%) (Wheat), Sugar, Wheat Protein, Honeycomb Pieces (1%), Humectant (Glycerine), Vegetable Shortening, Natural Flavours, Cocoa Powder, Full Cream Milk Powder, Emulsifier (Sunflower Lecithin), Salt.
34 ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Sam's Pantry Protein Crisp protein bar a stronger on the numbers snack?
- We can't give specific nutritional advice, but the data for this Choc Honeycomb protein bar shows it's a snack to consider within a balanced diet for 2026. Each 32g protein bar provides 7 grams of protein and 124.8 calories, with 7.1 grams of sugar. It's a source of protein and fibre, but with 33 ingredients and added sugar, it sits in the more processed snack category. For many Australians, it's a better choice than a standard chocolate protein bar, but not as nutritionally dense as a whole-food snack.
- How much protein is in a Sam's Pantry Choc Honeycomb protein bar?
- A single 32g Sam's Pantry Choc Honeycomb Protein Crisp Bar contains exactly 7 grams of protein. This is a modest amount, positioning it as a snack with some protein rather than a dedicated performance-focused protein bar, which typically offer 20 grams or more. It's a useful protein top-up for a lunchbox or afternoon snack in Australia, but you would need to eat three of these to get the protein equivalent of a single, larger protein bar, which is something to keep in mind for 2026.
- Sam's Pantry Protein Bar vs Double Choc: which is better?
- Choosing between the Choc Honeycomb and Double Choc versions of Sam's Pantry Protein Crisp protein bars comes down to flavour preference, as their nutritional profiles are almost identical. The Choc Honeycomb protein bar has 21.7g of protein and 22.3g of sugar per 100g. In comparison, the Double Choc version has slightly less protein (20.8g) and a fraction more sugar (22.5g). Both receive the same Protein Score and Clean Score from our analysis, so neither holds a distinct advantage on the numbers.
- What's in Sam's Pantry Protein Crisp protein bars?
- Sam's Pantry Protein Crisp protein bars have an extensive ingredient list of 33 items, built around a milk chocolate compound, soy protein crisps, and a honeycomb-flavoured layer. The protein comes primarily from soy protein isolate and whey protein concentrate. It's sweetened with a mix of sugar, glucose syrup, and natural sweeteners like monk fruit extract and steviol glycosides. The texture is enhanced by chicory fibre, soluble corn fibre, and various emulsifiers and humectants, making it a highly formulated snack.
- Is Sam's Pantry a good protein brand?
- We can't say if a brand is 'good' for you, but we can analyse its data. Sam's Pantry, a Woolworths private label, consistently produces protein snacks that sit in the middle of the pack. Their products, like this Choc Honeycomb protein bar, typically offer a moderate amount of protein (around 21g per 100g) but also tend to have higher sugar levels and longer ingredient lists than the category average. They are accessible and affordable, but they don't lead the market on protein density or ingredient simplicity.
- Where can I buy Sam's Pantry Protein Bars in Australia?
- Sam's Pantry is a private label brand owned by Woolworths, so you will find the Protein Crisp protein bars stocked in Woolworths supermarkets across Australia. They are typically located in the muesli protein bar or health food aisle alongside other snack protein bars. While they are a supermarket-exclusive brand, it's always worth checking the brand's own website for any direct purchasing options that may become available.
- Is this protein bar filling enough for a snack?
- With 17 grams of fibre per 100g, this protein bar has a high fibre content that contributes significantly to satiety, helping you feel fuller for longer. While the 124.8 calories per bar is relatively low, the combination of protein and fibre makes it a reasonably satisfying option for an afternoon slump or a lunchbox addition. It's more substantial than a simple biscuit or chocolate, but not dense enough to be considered a meal replacement.