Fudge Brownie: Two words: My Favorite. This bar hit a home run in the natural-but-tastes-amazing category. Fudge like consistency in a granola bar that tastes like a brownie? Mouthgasm/sold! The only thing wrong with these bars is that it wasn’t long enough (I wanted more!).
Each of the four flavors taste like their namesake, they’re low in sodium, low on the glycemic index, and the texture is really soft and chewy. Overall (4.5 out of 5)
Ever since Paula Deen came clean on her diabetes, people have been conscious—or more conscious—of blood sugar (needing zaps of insulin).
Energy Bars for Diabetics (livestrong) Granola Gourmet’s energy bars are low-glycemic, made with whole ingredients and do not contain dairy or wheat products. They are a great selection for you since they are not high fat, high sodium or high sugar.
Granola Gourmet – low glycemic energy bars These snacks are perfect for diabetics and non-diabetic fitness enthusiasts in general as they provide circa 2-3 hours worth of energy sans a sugar spike.
Granola Gourmet™ Energy Bars Meet Low GI Standards A new clinical study conducted at GI Labs found single-sized Granola Gourmet’s Energy Bars met the standards of the low glycemic index (GI). Current literature indicates low-GI diets are associated with the management of blood glucose levels in healthy and diabetic individuals (Nutr Rev. 2011, 69: 231- 49). Therefore, Granola Gourmet Energy Bars as a low GI food may have the ability to help stabilize and reduce fluctuations in blood glucose levels, and can be considered part of a healthy diet for people with diabetes and other health concerns (Am J Clin Nutr. 1985;42:1192-1196). Granola Gourmet’s Energy Bars had GI values of 19 to 25.
Meet our founder Learn more about our founder and Granola Gourmet’s start and story. As a person with type 2 diabetes, Jeff Cohen was frustrated with the lack of good tasting snacks that wouldn’t spike his blood sugar. He took to his kitchen and created a delicious variety of 100% natural, low Glycemic Index energy bars. As a person with type 2 diabetes, Jeff wanted to create a product that was healthy, tasty and filling, and would meet the needs of people with diabetes, as well as athletes and health conscious consumers.
Metro Source: “Healthy, kosher and vegan, Granola Gourmet energy bars have become our new favorite snack.”
“For a Diabetic this is a treat to have something that is healthy, taste great, and keeps the sugar levels where they should be.It is very hard to find healthy food bars that taste decent. However, I am happy to report that Granola Gourmet Energy Bars are off the charts. I shared with my father, whom is Diabetic, and he said “I felt full after eating the granola bar. The taste was great. It seem to hold me over for quite a while”.
“They scream healthy and they taste yummmmmmmmy!!!I have never had a granola bar I liked more. Not like any bar I have ever eaten the boys LOVED THEM! The best part is they are GOOD FOR THEM!! They were a perfect snack for after school and right before we sat down for homework. They are also PERFECT for moms on the go that want something easy and healthy for their little ones, OR for themselves!!”
AS A DIABETIC: “I finally found a granola energy bar that tastes delicious that I can eat without worrying, Granola Gourmet Energy Bars! I am Diabetic and the search has been a long one. I’ve tried so many different kinds and brands, but if one tasted good, I couldn’t consume it because of my Diabetes. All of the Diabetic appropriate bars tasted like cardboard. I tried all 4 flavors. We were in 7th heaven. These bars are so scrumptious. Just what the doctor ordered. I would highly recommend Granola Gourmet Energy Bars to everyone! They’re that good.”
“Nutritional value alone makes this the best Granola bar on the market today.This bar was sweet and chewy and really good. It helped me stay satisfied mid-afternoon all the way until dinner time. Nutritional value alone makes this the best Granola bar on the market today. This will benefit you from not making a wrong snack decision and to keep you from getting too hungry until your next meal.“
“Perfect to Keep in My Purse - The Ultimate bars were just sweet enough to satisfy a sweet tooth, yet obviously a much better option than a candy bar! I also felt that the 1.25 oz bars were enough to hold me over in between meals if I would get hungry.”
Tips for healthy snacking With 2011 New Year’s resolutions looking on the horizon, Granola Gourmet offers the following tips for healthy snacking…
Do you have any dietary restrictions? “How about a snack that will satisfy your sweet tooth, help you feel full and contain NO refined sugar, is wheat and dairy-free, low in sodium, kosher and vegan?! That’s what Granola Gourmet’s Energy Bars definitely deliver! These definitely appeal to a variety of dietary needs as well as a snack-lover like me! :)”
Rev Up Energy for Black Friday “If you are planning on braving the hoards of shoppers this Friday morning, you can rev up your energy with the newly introduced Granola Gourmet Energy Bars. Easy to stash in pocket or purse for when the munchies strike and you are still 25th in line at the cash register!”
Granola Gourmet Ultimate Energy Bars are designed to satisfy your sweet toothSanta Clarita, CA-based Granola Gourmet also uses Low Glycemic Index ingredients. Low Glycemic foods provide longer periods of sustained energy, hunger relief and reduces the risk of experiencing blood sugar spikes. As a result, Granola Gourmet bars convert to sugar more slowly.
Products for diabetics finally taste good“As a Type 2 diabetic, I wanted to create a product that is healthy, tasty and filling that could meet the needs of diabetics, as well as athletes and health conscious consumers,” Cohen added.
For dessert I split this Ultimate Fudge Brownie Barorganic, low glycemic index ingredients – and now they’re available in major supermarkets nationwide.
Wednesday Crush: Granola Gourmet Bars “How could it be good for me when it tastes so indulgent? I have no idea, but it is. ”
“Granola Gourmet energy bars got us to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro! We’d hiked all night, going one foot after the other, all the way to the top. You have NO IDEA how much the bars played into our ability to keep going; Granola Gourmet energy bars were a life saver up there. It was great to have ONE thing we knew was safe and good to eat.
Granola Gourmet has the best energy bars I’ve ever tasted and the energy in the bars kept us going up, up, up. Everyone was so thankful to have them along the climb of Mt. Kilimanjaro. We could not have done it without Granola Gourmet!” Dianne Erskine-Hellrigel-Mt. Kilimanjaro Climber
“Eating them sure made me smile The bars made perfect snacks for hiking trips and on the beach. The Brownie had great flavor, and was chewy with the texture of oats. It made a great snack, and tasted very chocolaty. Just the right size to keep you going in between meals, and while you’re active. I could eat these as an everyday snack.”
Happy and Satisfied Diabetic “I am so happy to have found a great snack like this. Most of the times when you get a “diabetic safe” granola bar it is like eating cardboard but these are great. My biggest problem is keeping them away from the rest of my family so I get some. I love all the flavors and so does my family!
We took them with on our trip to Florida and snacked on them for a quick snack on the plane, way better than airline food. Great for a quick pick me up. Granola Gourmet fills my sweet treat needs without spiking my blood sugar. As recommended I took a fasting blood reading and then ate one bar. Fasting my reading was 80. My blood sugar peaked at 130 after an hour and then dropped to 95 after 2 hours. This was without any medication and no insulin. Normally when I try new items my sugar goes much much higher.” Don K., Diabetic- Northern California
“Highly Recommend Giving these Bars a Try I found that eating one of these bars as a mid-morning snack was a great way to keep energized and cure my hunger until lunch time.”
Popular Snack among Weight-Watchers and People with Diabetes “Granola Gourmet is good for practically everyone. It’s best for children and parents on the go, of course without ditching the delicious factor in a healthy snack.”
Most Delicious Healthy Foods “This was by far one of the most delicious healthy foods I have ever tried. The brownie energy bars are definitely a great energy bar to munch on when you need that boost of energy! The bars were super chocolatey and quite delicious. I almost forgot they were healthy!”
Hey Sweetie“Living with a Type 2 diabetic can be a challenge at times, and driving 8 hours to Arizona in a car with two Type 2’s is a disaster. My solution: Granola Gourmet Bars Yes, that’s right, sweet treats. The bars taste awesome; they have a low glycemic index and are made by a diabetic.”
Smooth and Flavorful“Granola Gourmet’s creation is so dense and flavorful that it is just as satisfying as a bar that may appear to be twice its size.”
Granola Gourmet offers heart healthy snacking“I f you are looking to find a delicious heart-healthy alternative to snacking then look no further than Granola Gourmet. These addictive delicious snacks are not only tasty but provide a low-calorie alternative to in-between meals.”
“These bars are worth every bite! I totally would buy a package of these bars again. You guys sure know what your doing! I give you a 10! Just buy some and then you can tell me just how awesome they really are! They are small but they are mighty!”
“BLOGGER energy FOODS”, that I bet you all would really enjoy!!! (scroll down on link page to get to review) “Healthy, all natural, healthy fats- Omega 3′s… I loved the texture, and the addition of chocolate chips (there were SO MANY! They did not skimp at all!), and also the nice crunch and chew.they were very, very chocolatey, and had a wonderful nut-y, oat-y, COMPLEX texture. I love the addition of the sunflower seeds and flax! Great for the chocoholic, and a good bar for pre-workout fuel, quick snack on the go, or probably yummy on top of oatmeal or in yogurt. These bars are really thick, dense, and filling.”
Granola Gourmet = HOLY YUM! “Brownie one was filled with wonderful chocolate chips. I loved the rich chocolate flavor! YUM! Very Berry was one of my other favorites. It was filled with aroma of berries! I love berries so this one was definitely yummy! Overall, these bars had wonderful texture PLUS taste. They are highly nutritious as well.”
Energy Bar Reviews “These are delicious bars…among the best tasting on the market. This bar will surely please in the energy, taste and calorie departments.”
Denise-Reviews “Before tasting, I thought these would taste “different” because they are energy bars designed for diabetics. I have no idea why I thought that, but I did. Well, to my surprise, the bars were really good!! I sampled the chocolate espresso and loved it. There was a chocolate chunk in it that made the bar. Now, these bars aren’t only for diabetics, they are great for athletes and anyone looking for a healthy snack. I thought they were a nice alternative to the processed, dense, chalky energy bars that are out there.”
(radio show- podcast) Let’s Dine Out (click on show archive podcast- Feb-27-10 or iTunes, forward show to: 54:54) Food Critic: Allan Borgen, MSW “Most incredible energy bars. Best snacks ever had! Have gone to every food show and have tasted everything, this is just so fantastic! Adopt me so I can get Spiced Orange Cranberry free for life.”
Chicago Marathon Val “Look at those simple, recognizable, yet nutritious ingredients!! I LOVEDDDD these brownies…”
Outstanding Meal Replacement Option “for those who are in the market for convenient and portable foods. Health experts recommend that you consume several small meals periodically throughout the day and Granola Gourmet’s Energy Bars can easily be used as a meal substitute that will not only curb your appetite but also satisfy your sweet tooth.”
Treating Yourself Like Royalty “So what’d I think? Brownie: It was definitely rich and chocolatey!”
Carb Alert No. 3: Fat -Free May Not Be Healthy “Here’s the third of three carb alerts from the folks at Granola Gourmet and staff at the Mayo Clinic.”
Carb Alert No. 1: Interpreting Nutrition Labels “Here’s the first of three carb alerts from the folks at Granola Gourmet and staff at the Mayo Clinic.”
The Actors Diet, How Two Hollywood Actresses Eat “I liked it a lot! Tasted like a healthy brownie, with lots of interesting textures from the various seeds.”
Healthy Energy Bars from Granola Gourmet! “We were excited to find Granola Gourmet Energy Bars- and even more excited once we tasted them! If you’ve never been an energy bar fan, Granola Gourmet Energy Bars will absolutely convert you! They’re chewy, filling and incredibly fresh They’re also perfect for athletes and diabetics, as they have a low glycemic impact and won’t cause a sharp spike in blood sugar.”
Granola Gourmet! “Specifically made for athletes, diabetics, and anyone looking for a healthy snack! They are 100% natural, 60% organic!”
Product Review-Granola Gourmet “The creator is a diabetic and made the bars with ingredients that are good for diabetics. But you don’t have to be diabetic to enjoy there bars–and that’s where I come in : ) Pretty darn good. And the ingredient list is short and simple- Loaded with lots of nutritious ingredients! I definitely advise trying it! Pretty great price for something so fresh/healthy! Enjoy : )”
Energy for you! “Granola Gourmet makes these totally irresistible, natural granola bars. My weakness? Granola—this is the same thing just in a different format. What sets this bar apart is it is VERY soft, very thick, hearty and filling!”
Healthy Snacks for a healthy You! “Granola Gourmet energy bars are endorsed by Diabetes specialists, Cardiologists, Pediatricians and Cancer Experts. They have no sodium, no dairy and no wheat. They are an energy bar and don’t have the high sugar, fat and sodium content of some popular protein bars.”
Don’t judge a FOOD by its PACKAGE “They are so dense and flavorful that they left me more satisfied than a bar that might appear to be twice their size! CHOCOLATE LOVERS UNITE! these things are good. Once again, the base is like an extremely dense oatmeal cookie(enhanced by sunflower seeds and flaxseeds!); you will encounter an abundance of chunky chocolate pieces that create a fudgy texture within your EXCITED mouth! So incredibly satisfying! Yea, these are phenomenal.”
You are what you eat “Granola Gourmet makes energy bars from combining oats, and various natural ingredients like dried fruits, nuts, chocolate, honey and making them into bars.”
Looking for a diabetic -friendly snack? “Granola Gourmet Bars are a perfect sustainable energy source for my high intensity fitness regimen! As a Type 1 Diabetic, I feel like I’m cheating when I eat my yummy Very Berry Bars.”
Alternative Energy “More than a solution for snack-time cravings.”
(radio show- podcast)All – Things- Health “Check out the Doc Heather radio show to hear all about Granola Gourmet. Heather is very excited to have on a California based company on to discuss the importance of buying local and the health benefits of their product- Granola Gourmet. Buying local is healthier for you and the environment, and it is a great way to support your community.”
Diabetic Safe Energy Bar “Although we don’t need them for dietary reasons, we’d rather opt for a Granola Gourmet bar than any of the other packaged energy bars currently on the market. Grab a four-pack to keep handy in the car during the summer when traveling with the kids. Granola Gourmet Energy Bars are great for hiking and camping. Keep a carton in your desk drawer to satisfy those 3 o’clock munchie cravings rather than heading to a vending machine.”
Los Angeles Fit Expo Hot Find #1 – Granola Gourmet “During the Los Angeles Fit Expo, CFM came across a great find and we had to share…Granola Gourmet. A unique and much needed product that will appeal to everyone.”
