Genesee · Answer · Updated 2026-07-27
Which protein bars have no sugar alcohols or artificial sweeteners?
Read the current ingredient list. Sugar alcohols include erythritol, maltitol, sorbitol, xylitol, and isomalt; allulose is a rare sugar, not a sugar alcohol. High-intensity sweeteners include ingredients such as sucralose and acesulfame potassium. Genesee's current labels list raw honey and flavor-specific cane or coconut sugar, with no listed sugar alcohols, allulose, sucralose, or acesulfame potassium. The tradeoff is visible on the Nutrition Facts panel: 12-14g total sugar and 11-13g added sugar per bar, depending on flavor.
Some people limit sugar alcohols because certain types or doses cause digestive symptoms for them; others tolerate them. That response is individual, so this page does not label one sweetener universally safe or harmful.
Genesee uses caloric sweeteners and does not market the bars as low-sugar. Coffee Latte lists 13g total sugar and 12g added sugar, Snickerdoodle 12g and 11g, and White Chocolate Toffee 14g and 13g on the current labels.
Compare those values with your priorities and medical guidance. When a competitor has multiple flavors, verify the exact flavor because sweetener systems can differ within one brand.
Compare the Genesee flavor labels
No listed sugar alcohols does not mean sugar-free. Genesee bars contain raw honey and flavor-specific inclusions. Compare total sugars, added sugars and allergens before choosing a flavor.
| Flavor / serving | Total sugars | Added sugars | Allergen statement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee Latte1 bar (60g) | 13g | 12g | Contains: Milk, Peanuts. |
| Snickerdoodle1 bar (60g) | 12g | 11g | Contains: Milk, Peanuts. |
| White Chocolate Toffee1 bar (60g) | 14g | 13g | Contains: Milk, Peanuts, Soy. |
Coffee Latte contains coffee and caffeine. Check the package you receive for current ingredients and allergens; formulas can change.
Common questions
Is allulose a sugar alcohol?
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No. Allulose is classified as a rare sugar. It still belongs on a shopper's ingredient checklist when they choose to avoid it.
Are Genesee bars sugar-free?
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No. Current labels list 12-14g total sugar and 11-13g added sugar per bar, depending on flavor.
Does honey guarantee better digestion?
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No. Individual tolerance varies, and honey is still a source of sugar. The defensible claim is simply that the current label lists honey rather than sugar alcohols or high-intensity sweeteners.
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