Trust me - Microwave this one!
Trust me on this one....Generally protein bars are a nutritional quick meal or snack, and for many of Julian Bakery's other products that is the case, but this particular flavor is not too tasty right out of the package and the texture can be really hard (not to mention, sometimes the product is really oily).<br /><br />I've heard people microwaving their protein bars and had never tried it, but it completely changed the texture and flavor of this bar to something I actually really enjoy and look forward to each day.  I use a paper towel to remove excess oil from the bar when it first comes out of the package, place it on a microwave-safe plate, microwave it for about 20 seconds on high (you'll see it balloon similar to a marshmallow would) and when you remove it the bar is gooey and you can pull it apart with your fingers and it's quite yummy (albeit, a bit of a mess, but nothing major).  One note, don't let it cool for too long or it will get hard again, although you can bring it back to life in the microwave.<br /><br />Honestly, I've microwaved a few bars now and it's a real game-changer!
Rating: 4 stars