BLUE DINOSAUR BANANA BREAD BAR
ReAL FOOD RATING
Price
$39.95 for 12 bars | $3.33 per bar
Where to Buy
Specialty health stores, Harris Farm, Coles, Woolworths, Goodnessme
MANDY'S TAKE
“NOW we’re talking! Just FIVE ingredients and I can pronounce them all – coconut, dates, banana, coconut oil, and cinnamon. That’s it! No glucose syrup, no ‘natural flavours’, no preservatives. This is what a real food bar should look like. Yes, it’s high in natural sugars (33.8g) from the dates and banana, and it’s calorie-dense from all that coconut, but at least it’s all from REAL FOOD. The 11.8g of fibre is fantastic. This feels like something you could actually make in your kitchen – because you literally could!“
RATING BREAKDOWN
NUTRITION SNAPSHOT
- Only 5 ingredients - all real foods!
- Excellent fibre (11.8g/100g)
- All organic ingredients
- No additives whatsoever
- Very low sodium (12mg/100g)
- Healthy fats from whole coconut
- School-friendly
- High natural sugar (33.8g/100g)
- Premium price point - but you're paying for real food ingredients
NUTRITION SNAPSHOT
Processed sugars: brown rice syrup and sugar
Limited whole food ingredients beyond oats
Contains glycerine additive
Fibre partly from extracted chicory root
Colours: Natural
No Artificial Colours: Win!
WHO'S IT FOR?
- Babies & Toddlers (occasionally, watch for choking, small amounts)
- Kids (occasional snack)
- Teens
- Adults (Those watching sugar/calorie intake may want to eat half or choose higher protein options)
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- Paleo-friendly
- Organic
- Wholefood based
- School-friendly
BETTER OPTIONS
- Fresh banana with coconut yoghurt and cinnamon
- Homemade date balls (the ingredients will likely be similar)
- 3-ingredient bars - with added nuts and seeds
- Higher protein options
MAKE IT YOURSELF
Want a healthier alternative? Try a homemade version!
“These use healthy and nutritious ingredients” – Mandy
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On-the-go Breakfast Bars
My delicious On-the-go Muesli Breakfast Bars provide a chewy and nutritious start to your day! Unlike store-bought muesli bars that are loaded with additives and sugar, these whole
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THE VERDICT
This is how snack bars should be made – with just a handful of real, whole ingredients you’d actually find in your pantry. Yes, it’s calorie-dense and naturally high in sugar from the dates and banana, but there’s nothing hidden or misleading here. No syrups, no flavours, no preservatives – just real food doing its job. It’s also school-friendly, making it a great option for lunchboxes when you want something nourishing and sweet without the additives. While the price point is premium, you’re paying for true ingredient quality, not filler. If you need more staying power, pair it with some nuts or a boiled egg. Simple, nourishing, and a clear 5-star choice for those who value transparency and wholefood integrity.
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