Many energy bars are loaded with artificial ingredients, unhealthy sources of fat and sugar, and lack the beneficial fats and fiber found in snacks for sustainable energy. Fourpoints is setting itself apart with its range of slow-burn energy bars that feature dried plums as the first ingredient. The 2.5-ounce bars share 11 to 13 grams of protein and are offered in flavors like Backcountry Banana Bread, Powder Day PB&J and Mountain Mocha Espresso, which help to suggest some of the activities people might enjoy as they eat these bars for fuel.
Some of the other key ingredients that can be found in these bars include various nuts and seeds, other dried fruits, as well as cinnamon, vanilla bean and sea salt—and energizing bars also contain 64 milligrams of caffeine.
Slow-Burn Energy Bars
Prunes are Key Ingredients in Fourpoints' Snacks for Sustained Energy
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Energy Bars - Opportunity to develop energy bars that contain natural and sustainable ingredients for long-lasting fuel.
2. Plant-based Protein Bars - Opportunity to create protein bars that rely on plant-based sources and offer a sustainable and healthy alternative to traditional protein bars.
3. Functional Flavored Bars - Opportunity to innovate bars with unique flavors that cater to specific activities or occasions, appealing to consumers looking for an experiential snacking experience.
Industry Implications
1. Health Food Industry - Opportunity for health food companies to tap into the growing demand for natural and nutritious energy bars.
2. Plant-based Food Industry - Opportunity for plant-based food companies to expand their product lines into the protein bar market by offering sustainable and plant-powered options.
3. Snack Food Industry - Opportunity for snack food companies to differentiate themselves by offering functional and flavorful energy bars as a convenient and healthy snacking option.