Uncle Tobys Protein Muesli Bar Caramel Flavour & Dark Choc
Uncle Tobys Protein Muesli Bar Caramel Flavour & Dark Choc: independently scored 9.3/10 on Protein Score and 6.6/10 on Clean Score by ProteinScore.
7g protein per serve · 140 cal · 4.8g sugar · 60mg sodium · 35g serve.
Overview
This is the muesli bar you know, just with a bit more protein in the tank. Uncle Tobys positions this as a protein product, but its heart is in the mainstream snack aisle, built around rolled oats, soy crisps, and a familiar caramel and dark chocolate flavour profile. It feels less like a piece of gym equipment and more like a sensible lunchbox upgrade. Its nutritional panel tells a similar story. The 20g of protein per 100g is a step up from a standard muesli bar but sits well below the 27g category average for the protein bars we track. The sugar content, at 13.7g per 100g, is also a touch higher than the category average of 10.6g, reinforcing its position as a flavour-led snack. Compared with the brand's own Protein Muesli Bar Double Choc, this caramel version has identical protein but packs in 1.1g more sugar per 100g. It's a minor difference that shows the flavour varieties in this range hover around the same nutritional mark, offering choice without major trade-offs. Ultimately, this bar lands squarely in the desk-drawer or glovebox snack category. The five-bar multipack format makes it easy to have on hand for an afternoon slump, but we wouldn't rely on it for serious muscle repair after a workout.
Protein Score: 9.3/10
Soy protein crisps and skim milk powder provide the protein foundation in this muesli bar. The resulting 7g of protein per serve is a definite step up from a standard muesli bar, but it lags the dedicated protein snack field, earning a 5.3/10 for its efforts. The protein-per-calorie metric sits at 5g for every 100 calories, which is modest. A 7g protein hit in a 35g bar is in the expected range for its size, but it is not built for post-workout recovery. You would need to eat three of these to get near the protein hit of a single, more functional bar from the same aisle. This score reflects the bar's role as a 'better-for-you' supermarket snack rather than a performance product. It trails the category average, landing firmly in the territory of snacks-with-added-protein, not protein-first bars. It suits a lunchbox far more than it suits a gym bag.
Clean Score: 6.6/10
Uncle Tobys' protein muesli bars typically sit in the middle of the road for ingredient complexity, and this one is no exception. With 26 ingredients, including a handful of thickeners and emulsifiers, it earns a 5.1/10, reflecting a moderately processed snack built for the mainstream supermarket aisle. The list includes modified starch (1412) and soy lecithin, common tools for creating a consistent, shelf-stable texture that holds up in a lunchbox. While the bar is free from artificial sweeteners, colours, and preservatives, the use of glucose, sugar, and invert sugar signals it's not a whole-food-first product. This level of processing is standard for a mass-market bar designed for reliable taste and a long shelf life. It represents a trade-off for convenience and flavour, placing it below the category average for ingredient simplicity. Shoppers chasing a shorter, cleaner ingredient list have other options.
Wins
- A solid 7g of protein per bar, doubling a standard muesli bar.
- Contains 9g of fibre per 100g for added satiety.
- No artificial sweeteners, colours or preservatives on the ingredient list.
Watch outs
- Protein density of 20g/100g is well below the 27g category average.
- Contains 26 ingredients, including multiple added sugars like glucose.
- At only 7g of protein, it is not a post-workout recovery option.
Ingredients
Muesli Blend: (Uncle Tobys Rolled Oats (32%), Soy Protein Crisps (17%)(Soy Protein Isolate, Tapioca Starch, Salt), Pumpkin Seeds (4%), Wheat (3%), Date Pieces (Dried Dates (0.6%)), Skim Milk Powder), Glucose, Dark Choc Compound (7%)(Vegetable Fat, Sugar, Milk Solids, Cocoa Solids, Emulsifier (Sunflower Lecithin), Natural Flavour), Chicory Root Fibre, Vegetable Oil, Sugar, Humectant (Glycerine), Modified Starch (1412), Invert Sugar, Honey (0.8%), Natural Caramel Flavour, Emulsifier (Soy Lecithin).
26 ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
- Is this bar filling enough for a snack?
- Yes, for a light snack it should be reasonably satisfying. Each 35g bar contains 140 calories and over 3g of fibre from oats, chicory root, and seeds, which helps with satiety. It's more substantial than a simple chocolate bar but not as dense as a 60g meal-replacement style bar. We think it's a good fit for bridging the gap between meals.
- Can this Uncle Tobys bar replace a small meal?
- No, we wouldn't consider this a meal replacement. With just 140 calories and 7g of protein, it doesn't have the nutritional weight to substitute for a proper meal like breakfast or lunch. It's firmly a snack designed to curb hunger or provide a small energy boost. If you need something more substantial, you'd be better off looking at dedicated meal replacement shakes or larger, higher-protein bars.
- How does this compare to other Uncle Tobys protein bars?
- It's very similar to other flavours in the same range. Compared with the brand's Protein Muesli Bar Double Choc, for example, this Caramel Flavour & Dark Choc version has the exact same amount of protein per 100g. The main difference is flavour and a slightly higher sugar content in this bar. In our view, choosing between them comes down to flavour preference, not a major nutritional advantage.
- Where can I buy Uncle Tobys Protein Muesli Bars?
- These bars are widely available in major Australian supermarkets. They are catalogued in the snack or muesli bar aisle at both Coles and Woolworths. While they are typically stocked in these stores, availability can vary by location. The brand may also sell them directly from their own website, which is worth checking for other options or bulk purchases.
- How much more protein does this have than a regular muesli bar?
- It has a noticeable amount more. A standard muesli bar typically contains between 2g and 5g of protein. This bar delivers 7g of protein, putting it clearly above that range. The extra protein comes from added soy protein crisps. While it's a definite step up, it's still not in the same league as dedicated protein bars, which often contain 20g or more.