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Banana Bread
TL:DR
In 2 Sentences
A legitimately banana-bread-ish bar built from bananas, dates, nuts, and pea protein—no sugar alcohols or artificial sweeteners—plus culinary sprinkles of reishi and cordyceps. It’s athlete-founded and reads like a home kitchen recipe more than a lab formula.
When to choose Send Banana Bread
Reach for it when you want real-food energy with modest protein—pre-climb, post-spin, mid-hike, or to bridge the gap between lunch and dinner. Great for vegan and gluten‑free eaters who prefer fruit-and-nut bars over ultra-processed, low‑carb options.
What's in the Send bar?
Send’s Banana Bread bar leans into real-bakery vibes with bananas, dates, Ceylon cinnamon, and a nutty trio of cashews, walnuts, and hemp hearts, plus crunchy cacao nibs. The protein is plant-based, led by pea protein, while energy skews higher in carbs than many bars because those bananas and dates do the heavy lifting.
Fats come mostly from nuts and seeds with a bit of coconut, so you get a mix of unsaturated fats (including plant omega‑3 ALA) and some saturates. In short, this is a fruit-and-nut bar with a pea-protein boost—great for banana-bread lovers who want real-food ingredients and steady, activity-friendly fuel.
- Protein
- 10 g
- Fat
- 10 g
- Carbohydrates
- 28 g
- Sugar
- 14 g
- Calories
- 230
Protein
1015LOWThe protein lift comes primarily from pea protein, a highly digestible, dairy-free protein that covers all essential amino acids. Cashews, walnuts, and hemp hearts contribute smaller amounts, rounding out the plant profile with minerals and healthy fats. At 10 grams, it sits on the lighter side for a protein bar, better as a snack or post‑workout nibble than a full-on meal replacement.
Fat
109MIDMost of the 10 grams of fat come naturally from cashews, walnuts, and hemp hearts, bringing predominantly unsaturated fats and some plant omega‑3 ALA. Coconut adds flavor and texture along with some saturated fat. This whole‑food fat mix supports satiety without the feel of refined seed oils.
Carbs
2820HIGHCarbs are largely fruit‑based—from dates and bananas—with a touch of coconut blossom nectar bound into the cacao nibs. That means clean, whole‑food carbs with fiber and potassium rather than refined fillers like maltodextrin. Expect quick, workable energy for activity, buffered by the bar’s fats and fiber for a steadier curve than candy.
Sugar
144HIGHThe sweetness—14 grams worth—comes mainly from whole dates and bananas, with a little help from coconut blossom nectar (a syrup made by concentrating coconut flower sap). Because much of it is whole‑fruit sugar, you also pick up minerals and some fiber, but it will still raise blood sugar more than a low‑sugar bar. There are no sugar alcohols or artificial sweeteners here.
Calories
230210MIDAt 230 calories, most energy comes from the fruit carbs and the nut‑and‑seed fats, with protein playing a smaller share. Translation: it’s well suited for refueling a workout, hike, or busy afternoon, not a low‑calorie bite. The balance of carbs plus fats should keep you satisfied longer than a purely sugary snack.
Vitamins & Minerals
Notably, you get about 15% DV each of iron, magnesium, and phosphorus, plus 10% DV potassium. Those come naturally from cacao, nuts and seeds (cashews, hemp hearts, walnuts), spinach powder, and the fruits themselves (banana and dates)—no vitamin premix required. It’s a nice mineral bump for a small bar.
Additives
This recipe is mostly whole foods; the key functional additive is sunflower lecithin, a refined but widely used emulsifier that helps keep texture smooth at tiny doses. The reishi and cordyceps are included in small culinary amounts for their functional halo rather than macros. No artificial sweeteners, sugar alcohols, or thickeners show up on the label.
Ingredient List
Date palm fruit
Cashew tree kernel
Bananas
Yellow pea seeds
English walnut tree nut
Hemp seed kernels
Seeds of Theobroma cacao
Coconut palm blossom sap
Inner bark of Cinnamomum verum
Spinach plant leaves
What are people saying?
Sources
Range
“They ARE pretty good though, and I liked having an easy grab thing in my pack in case I was out longer than anticipated.”
“I’m sure there are other high quality bars without tonnnns of fake stuff in it, but this was pretty good.”
“The peanut is pretty similar tasting to any other peanut bar, when I re-ordered, I just got cherry since it was more unique.”
Main Praise
The biggest win is how clean and understandable the recipe is.
Reviewers who prioritize whole foods love that the sweetness comes from dates and bananas, not sugar alcohols, and that the fat and texture come from cashews, walnuts, and coconut instead of fillers.
Several athletes and busy professionals say it’s reliable fuel for long afternoons and longer outings—easy to pack, easy to trust, and steady on the stomach. The Banana Bread flavor also scratches a nostalgic itch without tipping into dessert territory.
Add in a small but meaningful mineral bump from nuts, seeds, cacao, and greens, and you get a snack that feels nourishing rather than engineered.
Main Criticism
Taste and texture spark debate. A recurring gripe is dryness—several Redditors described needing a big sip of water to get it down—and a few Amazon reviewers found the flavor just okay for the price.
The 10 grams of protein is solid for a snack but light if you’re hunting for a true post‑lift 20‑gram bar. And while the label includes reishi and cordyceps, skeptical commenters point out that the amounts are culinary, not clinical; you shouldn’t expect noticeable adaptogen effects from a single bar.
Price sensitivity shows up, too—some users like the concept but won’t reorder at a premium.
The Middle Ground
Put simply, Send’s Banana Bread bar plays a different game than the high‑protein, low‑carb crowd. If you want a soft, candy-like texture and 20 grams of protein, Reddit user "don’t-bother-if-you-like-LÄRABAR" (paraphrasing) has a point: this isn’t that bar.
But if you’re the person Amazon reviewer "jams" describes—grinding through meetings and commuting by bike—or the climber who wants something real in the pack "in case I’m out longer than planned," this formula makes sense.
The carbs come mainly from fruit, the fats from nuts and seeds, and the protein’s a gentle assist, not the headline.
As for the dryness chatter, that likely comes with the territory: cacao nibs, nuts, and dried fruit skew chewy and crumbly, especially in cooler temps; pairing with coffee or water helps.
And on the adaptogens, the truth sits in the middle: they add culinary nuance and brand identity, but not a guaranteed performance boost. What you’re left with is a bar that’s honest about what it is—real-food fuel with a banana-bread personality—and just as honest about what it isn’t.
What's the bottom line?
Send’s Banana Bread bar is a warmly spiced, fruit-and-nut snack with 10 grams of plant protein, built for people who’d rather eat actual food on the go. It’s vegan, gluten‑free, and free of sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners. The trade-offs are clear: you get comforting flavor, steady energy, and a respectable nutrient profile, but not a towering protein count or candy-bar softness.
If you like your snacks closer to a homemade bake and don’t mind carrying a water bottle, you’ll likely be happy here. If, however, you’re chasing 20 grams of protein, ultra-chewy textures, or clinically dosed adaptogens, this bar won’t check those boxes—and some find it too dry or too pricey for the experience. For banana-bread lovers and real‑ingredient purists, it’s an easy yes.
For everyone else, it’s a try-it-and-see—ideally on a day when you’ve got a hike planned and a thermos of coffee to match. Condensed listicle version: Real-food banana bread in a bar—bananas, dates, nuts, and 10 grams of pea protein, with no sugar alcohols.
Best for steady pre- or post‑workout fuel or afternoon snacking; vegan and gluten‑free. Expect a drier, chewy-crunchy texture and modest protein; adaptogens are present in culinary, not clinical, amounts.