Snacks, crisped rice bar, almond
Whole food · Snacks
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This is a crunchy, golden-brown bar made from crisped rice bound with a sweet, nutty matrix and studded with sliced almonds. The texture is a delightful contrast of airy, light rice crisps and the firm, buttery bite of almonds. Nutritionally, it's a dense energy source, providing nearly 460 calories per 100g, with a significant portion coming from fats and carbohydrates.
Calorie split: 6% protein · 55% carbs · 39% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its addictive, sweet-and-nutty flavor profile and the satisfying crunch that combines light, airy crisps with substantial almond pieces. It's a go-to, portable snack that feels like a treat while providing a quick energy boost.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
With 64.6g of carbohydrates and no listed sugar, it likely contains added sweeteners like syrups, which can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes, making it less ideal for diabetics or those monitoring glycemic response. Almonds are a common tree nut allergen. To mitigate, pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat (like Greek yogurt) to slow digestion, and practice strict portion control by sticking to a single, pre-portioned bar.
Key benefits
- High-energy snack for quick fuel
- Provides plant-based protein from almonds
- Contains dietary fiber for digestive health
- Offers a satisfying, crunchy texture
- Convenient, portable calorie source
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'crisped rice' in these bars is made by exploding individual rice grains in a pressurized chamber, a process similar to how popcorn is made.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 6.7 g |
| Energy | 458 kcal |
| Energy | 1916 kj |
| Protein | 7.0 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 20.4 g |
| Ash | 1.4 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 64.6 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 3.6 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 74.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 6.3 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 71.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 167 mg |
| Potassium, K | 229 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 234 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 5.3 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.25 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 1.6 mg |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 11.5 mg |
| Thiamin | 1.3 mg |
| Riboflavin | 1.5 mg |
| Niacin | 17.6 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.56 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 1.8 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 2645 iu |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 3.8 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.20 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 2.6 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.78 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 7.5 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 7.4 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.11 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 7.7 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 7.4 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.31 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.03 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.10 g |
| Threonine | 0.23 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.27 g |
| Leucine | 0.51 g |
| Lysine | 0.25 g |
| Methionine | 0.11 g |
| Cystine | 0.14 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.35 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.25 g |
| Valine | 0.36 g |
| Arginine | 0.62 g |
| Histidine | 0.17 g |
| Alanine | 0.33 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.65 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.6 g |
| Glycine | 0.34 g |
| Proline | 0.37 g |
| Serine | 0.30 g |
FAQ
Is this the same as a Rice Krispies Treat?
Not exactly. While both use crisped rice, a classic Rice Krispies Treat is primarily marshmallow-bound and typically lacks almonds. This bar is a more substantial, nut-inclusive snack bar with a different binding agent, often a syrup or nougat.
Why is there 0g of sugar listed if it's a sweet snack?
This likely means it contains no 'added sugars' as defined by the specific nutrition label standard used, but it may contain naturally occurring sugars or sugar alcohols. The sweetness primarily comes from syrups like corn syrup or honey, which are classified as added sugars in many contexts.
Can I use this as a pre-workout snack?
Yes, its high carbohydrate content can provide quick energy. However, the 20.4g of fat per 100g might slow digestion for some people. Consuming it about 60-90 minutes before exercise is generally recommended to allow for proper digestion.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 4.58 kcal/g · 6% calories from protein · 3.6 g fiber · 0.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 1.02 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.