Kraft MilkBite Milk and Granola Bars {Review}

One thing I’ve learned is that when it comes to being a mom, eating with one hand is a valuable skill. I’m often eating “on the go.” From nursing a newborn to squeezing in a bite while running out the door to another activity it’s hard to find time to sit down to a meal. Grabbing something easy but unhealthy is easy to do. So when Kraft offered to send me some of their new MilkBite Milk and Granola Bars to review, my first thought was, “yes, something easy to eat while nursing and I need the calcium!”

MilkBite Milk and Granola Bars combine milk (they say “real milk”) and whole grain granola to create a delicious soft granola bar that provides the same amount of calcium as an 8 oz glass of milk (30% RDA). They also have 5 grams of protein and 7 grams of whole grain. They are artificial flavor and preservative free, so you’ll find these bars in the refrigerated section. They are only about 140 calories, so grabbing one for a snack is perfect (and sneaking another one for a chocolate fix won’t derail your diet).

Just in case you’ve seen the new commercials (check out milkbite.com for images and more info), these bars are way more appetizing looking than the “spokesmodel.”

To Buy or Not to Buy

To Buy… I find these bars really delicious and I like the milky flavor and eating them chilled makes them feel like more of a treat. I tried both the chocolate and strawberry and preferred the chocolate, but that is probably always true. I like the softer texture versus a crunchy or dry granola bar. And I know I can always use more calcium in my diet.

Or Not to Buy… Okay, home baked food is probably better, but if you are looking for easy, convenient and tasty these are a great option.

Shop! MilkBite Milk and Granola Bars can be found in your grocer’s dairy aisle for a suggested retail price of $3.49. Five flavors are available: chocolate, strawberry, peanut butter, oatmeal raisin and mixed berry.

Kraft provided sample products. Opinions are my own.