Snacks, granola bar, QUAKER, chewy, 90 Calorie Bar
Whole food · Snacks
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A soft, chewy, individually wrapped granola bar made with whole grain oats and a sweet, sticky coating. It offers a convenient, portable snack with a mild, sweet flavor and a texture that's more pliable than crunchy. Nutritionally, it's a carbohydrate-focused energy source, providing a quick boost with minimal protein and fat.
Calorie split: 4% protein · 78% carbs · 18% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love its reliable, mild sweetness and satisfying chewy texture that feels like a treat without being overly indulgent. It's a go-to for a quick breakfast, lunchbox addition, or afternoon pick-me-up that fits easily into a busy routine.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
Its high carbohydrate and sugar content relative to protein and fat can lead to a rapid blood sugar spike followed by a crash, making it a poor choice for sustained energy. To counteract this, pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat, like a handful of nuts or a cheese stick, to slow digestion and stabilize energy levels.
Key benefits
- Provides quick, portable energy from carbohydrates.
- Convenient, pre-portioned snack for on-the-go lifestyles.
- Contains some dietary fiber from whole grain oats.
- Low in fat, making it a lighter snack option.
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'chewy' texture in these bars is often achieved by using a binder made from corn syrup, sugar, and glycerin, which remains pliable and doesn't harden like traditional baked granola.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 6.2 g |
| Energy | 408 kcal |
| Energy | 1708 kj |
| Protein | 4.2 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 8.3 g |
| Ash | 2.1 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 79.2 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 4.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 29.2 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 333 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.5 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 71.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 152 mg |
| Potassium, K | 224 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 313 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.2 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.31 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 1.4 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 10.1 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.50 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.19 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.08 mg |
| Niacin | 1.1 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.51 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.12 mg |
| Folate, total | 17.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 17.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 17.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 24.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.03 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 3.0 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 32.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 1.0 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 54.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 32.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 2.2 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 2.8 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 5.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 57.0 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 2.1 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.14 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.88 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.89 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 2.9 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 2.9 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.9 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.8 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.13 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
| Stigmasterol | 3.0 mg |
| Campesterol | 1.0 mg |
| Beta-sitosterol | 7.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Snacks, corn-based, extruded, chips, plain — USDA does not publish this profile for Snacks.
| Tryptophan | 0.05 g |
| Threonine | 0.25 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.23 g |
| Leucine | 0.80 g |
| Lysine | 0.18 g |
| Methionine | 0.14 g |
| Cystine | 0.12 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.32 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.27 g |
| Valine | 0.33 g |
| Arginine | 0.33 g |
| Histidine | 0.20 g |
| Alanine | 0.49 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.46 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.2 g |
| Glycine | 0.27 g |
| Proline | 0.57 g |
| Serine | 0.31 g |
FAQ
Is this a healthy breakfast replacement?
While convenient, it's not a balanced meal. It's high in carbs and sugar but low in protein, healthy fats, and micronutrients. For a better breakfast, pair it with a protein source like Greek yogurt or eggs.
Why does it stay soft and chewy instead of getting hard?
The recipe uses humectants like glycerin and specific syrups that retain moisture, preventing the bar from drying out and becoming crunchy over time.
Can I eat this if I'm watching my sugar intake?
With about 7-8 grams of sugar per 24g bar (over 30% by weight), it's a high-sugar food. It should be consumed sparingly if managing blood sugar or reducing added sugars.
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 4.08 kcal/g · 4% calories from protein · 4.2 g fiber · 29.2 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: 1.40 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.