How do Barebells compare to Legendary Foods protein bars?

Barebells delivers classic, candy-bar–style protein bars with up to 20g protein and no added sugar per bar. Legendary Foods focuses on pastry-style, low–net carb options (like Tasty Pastry and Sweet Rolls) that also pack 20g protein per serving. If you want a traditional bar texture, Barebells is the familiar pick; if you prefer a soft, bakery-style bite with keto-friendly macros, Legendary Foods is the standout.

Nutrition at a glance

  • Barebells Protein Bar (12 bars per box): typically 20g protein per bar, no added sugar, about 200–210 calories.
  • Barebells Soft Protein Bar (example flavor Banana Caramel): 16g protein per bar with a softer chew.
  • Barebells Plant-Based Protein Bar: 15g plant-based protein per bar.
  • Legendary Foods Tasty Pastry (10-pack): 20g protein, 5g net carbs, gluten free, keto friendly.
  • Legendary Foods Protein Sweet Roll (8-pack): 20g protein, 10g fiber, 6g net carbs, gluten free.
  • Legendary Foods Protein Donuts (12-pack): 20g protein, 0g sugar, 4g net carbs, gluten free.

GNC carries both lines so it’s easy to compare macros side by side and choose what fits your routine.

Texture and flavor style

  • Barebells: Classic bar format with a dessert-like exterior and chewy center—designed to feel like a treat with no added sugar.
  • Legendary Foods: Soft, bakery-inspired textures (pastries, sweet rolls, donuts) that satisfy a pastry craving while keeping protein high and net carbs low.

Prefer a bar you can toss in your gym bag? Barebells fits the bill. Want a warm-and-go bakery vibe? Legendary Foods leans pastry-first.

Ingredients and sweeteners

  • Barebells uses a blend of proteins (including whey isolates/concentrates; some flavors include collagen). No palm oil and no added sugar.
  • Legendary Foods highlights gluten-free, keto-friendly formulas across pastries, sweet rolls, and donuts, with low net carbs per serving.

When each one makes sense

  • Choose Barebells if you want a traditional bar with up to 20g protein and familiar, on-the-go convenience.
  • Choose Legendary Foods if low–net carb, gluten-free pastry-style formats help you stay consistent.

GNC makes it simple: pick the format you’ll actually enjoy every day and keep your protein goals on track.

Legendary Foods Cake Style Tasty Pastry
(132 Reviews)
$34.99
Flavor: Smores
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Quick picks based on goals

  • Want the highest protein per classic bar? Try Barebells Protein Bar (20g).
  • Prefer plant-based? Barebells Plant-Based Protein Bar offers 15g.
  • Need keto-friendly, gluten-free pastries? Legendary Foods Cake-Style Tasty Pastry (20g, 5g net carbs) or Protein Sweet Roll (20g, 6g net carbs) are great fits.

Shop both lines at GNC and choose by format, macros, and flavor you’ll look forward to daily.

Legendary Foods Cake Style Tasty Pastry
4.4 (132 reviews)
$3499
Flavor: Smores

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Description

S'mores

Legendary Foods - Protein Pastry - S'mores - 10 Pastries

Item # 588845
  • 20g Protein
  • <1g Sugar
  • 19g Carbs
  • 6g Fiber
  • 8g Erythritol
  • 5g Net Carbs
  • Gluten Free

Cherry Crumble

Legendary Foods - Protein Pastry - Cherry Crumble - 10 Pastries

Item # 588843
  • 20g Protein
  • <1g Sugar
  • 19g Carbs
  • 5g Fiber
  • 8g Erythritol
  • 6g Net Carbs
  • Gluten Free

Strawberry

Legendary Foods™ Tasty Pastry - Strawberry

Item # 588818
  • Gluten Free
  • Keto friendly
  • 5g Net Carbs
  • 20g Protein
  • 10 Pack

Chocolate Cake

Legendary Foods™ Protein Pastry - Chocolate Cake

Item # 588813
  • Gluten Free
  • Keto friendly
  • 5g Net Carbs
  • 20g Protein
  • 10 Pack

Brown Sugar Cinnamon

Legendary Foods™ Protein Pastry - Brown Sugar Cinnamon

Item # 588815
  • Gluten Free
  • Keto friendly
  • 5g Net Carbs
  • 20g Protein
  • 10 Pack

Blueberry

Legendary Foods™ Protein Pastry - Blueberry

Item # 588827
  • Gluten Free
  • Keto friendly
  • 5g Net Carbs
  • 20g Protein
  • 10 Pack

Hot Fudge

Legendary Foods™ Protein Pastry - Hot Fudge

Item # 588829
  • Gluten Free
  • Keto friendly
  • 5g Net Carbs
  • 20g Protein
  • 10 Pack
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Recent Reviews

Good substitute for sugary pastries

Good taste. I like the graham cracker flavor. The little chocolate chips on top are fun. Overall they do make me think of s'mores even though there is no flavor of toasted marshmallows. As a whole to be keto friendly they are very good.

margaret jVerified Buyer

Killer Protein Snack

Taste absolutely delicious compared to the majority of protein bars and are a complete breath of fresh air from the generic bar. Cakey as the texture and the frosting and filling is always on point. Some people have had inconsistencies where the frosting is not evenly distributed among other things etc but personally I haven't experienced any of it myself.

ooksterVerified Buyer

These are my favorite! I hope they keep this flavor.

shannon mVerified Buyer

Very tasteful

Omg, this pastry is one of my favorite. It tastes just like a pop tart, the protein in it serves it's purpose. I absolutely love it. Definitely will purchase again.

patricia sVerified Buyer

Healthy goodness

Tastes delicious and is filling

chrisann sVerified Buyer

Pretty darn good

Reminds me of a healthy cherry pop tart

joshua hVerified Buyer

Amazing!

My new all time favorite flavor!!!

amber fVerified Buyer

They are really good

rene lVerified Buyer

Quite tasty!!

jane sVerified Buyer

Sooo good! And love that it's loaded with protein not sugar

kelli wVerified Buyer