{"id":791629,"date":"2026-07-29T16:18:18","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T16:18:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/791629\/"},"modified":"2026-07-29T16:18:18","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T16:18:18","slug":"fitcrunch-introduces-puff-n-crunchy-protein-bars-a-first-of-its-kind-multi-texture-protein-bar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/791629\/","title":{"rendered":"FITCRUNCH\u00ae Introduces Puff N&#8217; Crunchy\u2122 Protein Bars, a First-of-Its-Kind Multi-Texture Protein Bar"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"prntac\">The innovative bars feature protein and fiber with a delicious taste and layered texture<\/p>\n<p>NEW YORK, July 28, 2026 \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4740174-1&amp;h=707528311&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Ffitcrunch.com%2F&amp;a=FITCRUNCH%C2%AE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">FITCRUNCH\u00ae<\/a>, the chef-crafted protein bar brand founded by Chef Robert Irvine, is ushering in a new era of protein snacking with the launch of Puff N&#8217; Crunchy, designed to redefine what consumers expect from a protein bar. Featuring a one-of-a-kind combination of marshmallow-like softness layered over a crisp cookie base, wrapped in chocolate and finished with an irresistible crunch.<\/p>\n<p>          <a href=\"#\" class=\"tabfocus\" role=\"button\"><img title=\"FITCRUNCH\" data-getimg=\"https:\/\/mmx.prnewswire.com\/media\/MS1959545\/FITCRUNCH-Puff-N-Crunchy-Image-1.jpg?id=OA2796923&amp;w=400\" id=\"imageid_2\" alt=\"FITCRUNCH\" class=\"gallery-thumb img-responsive\" rel=\"newsImage\" itemprop=\"contentUrl\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>        FITCRUNCH<\/p>\n<p>          <a href=\"#\" class=\"tabfocus\" role=\"button\"><img title=\"FITCRUNCH\" data-getimg=\"https:\/\/mmx.prnewswire.com\/media\/MS1959547\/FITCRUNCH-Puff-N-Crunchy-image-2.jpg?id=OA2796925&amp;w=400\" id=\"imageid_2\" alt=\"FITCRUNCH\" class=\"gallery-thumb img-responsive\" rel=\"newsImage\" itemprop=\"contentUrl\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>        FITCRUNCH<\/p>\n<p>Since launching in 2012, FITCRUNCH\u00ae has challenged the notion that protein bars have to sacrifice taste or texture for nutrition. Built on the belief that &#8220;chef-crafted&#8221; extends far beyond the kitchen, the brand has become known for creating indulgent, dessert-inspired protein bars that satisfy cravings while supporting active lifestyles.<\/p>\n<p>Inspired by classic desserts, Puff N&#8217; Crunchy is available in three crave-worthy flavors:<\/p>\n<p>Each bar contains 18 grams of protein, 3 to 6 grams of fiber, and 200 calories or less, delivering the indulgence of a candy bar with better-for-you nutrition that consumers can enjoy every day. Puff N&#8217; Crunchy is available in 4-count boxes at Walmart, making it easy for shoppers to enjoy at home or on the go. Retail availability will soon expand to the brand&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4740174-1&amp;h=2315604522&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fshop.tiktok.com%2Fus%2Fstore%2Ffitcrunch%2F7494415901357672353%3Fsource%3Dproduct_detail%26enter_method%3Dpdp_seller_name%26first_entrance%3Dgoogle%26first_entrance_position%3Dfeed_list_search_word%26first_entrance_tt_scene%3Dseo%26btm_pre%3Da2270.b78616.c19700.d0%26btm_pre_show_id%3D3c909995-6dbd-48da-9ca5-b4e025fec69c%26btm_transfer_id%3Da8164ce6-ace2-4683-8089-1699df9e088a%26btm_ppre%3Da2270.b58037.c37359.d52761_i0&amp;a=TikTok+Shop\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">TikTok Shop<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;FITCRUNCH transformed the protein category in 2012 by proving that a protein bar could deliver incredible taste and texture without compromise,&#8221; said David Del Pozo, Chief Innovation Officer at 1440 Foods. &#8220;Puff N&#8217; Crunchy is our biggest innovation in years and a bold new growth platform for the brand. We&#8217;ve completely reimagined what a protein bar can be\u2014combining an irresistible, multi-texture eating experience with 18 grams of high-quality protein and everyday nutrition consumers can feel great about. It&#8217;s a new kind of protein bar designed to deliver on both taste and nutrition, for any moment and any occasion.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>As FITCRUNCH continues to invest in category-leading innovation, Puff N&#8217; Crunchy represents a pivotal milestone for the brand. Additional innovations are scheduled to launch beginning in fall 2026, with a robust pipeline of new offerings and partnerships planned throughout the 2027 calendar year.<\/p>\n<p>For more information on these new launches and all things FITCRUNCH\u00ae, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4740174-1&amp;h=36513608&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Ffitcrunch.com%2F&amp;a=Fitcrunch.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Fitcrunch.com<\/a>\u00a0and follow along on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4740174-1&amp;h=2635837845&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Ffitcrunchbars%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;a=Instagram\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Instagram<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4740174-1&amp;h=2797867918&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tiktok.com%2F%40fitcrunch&amp;a=TikTok\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">TikTok<\/a>\u00a0for real-time updates from the brand.<\/p>\n<p>About FITCRUNCH\u00ae\u00a0FITCRUNCH\u00ae\u00a0was created by chef\u00a0Robert Irvine\u00a0to provide quality protein and supreme taste that you&#8217;d only expect from a world-renowned chef.\u00a0FITCRUNCH\u00ae\u00a0makes getting your protein more enjoyable than ever before with their array of protein bars and snacks that are truly delicious. FITCRUNCH&#8217;s products are available nationwide through retailers including Amazon, Walmart, Target, and convenience store chains.<\/p>\n<p>About 1440 Foods<br class=\"dnr\"\/>1440 Foods is a sports and active nutrition company with a focused portfolio of accessible, great-tasting health and wellness brands\u00a0dedicated to championing active nutrition to fuel your potential everyday: Pure Protein\u00ae\u00a0high protein nutrition bars, powders, shakes, and snacks; Body Fortress\u00ae\u00a0high efficacy protein powders; MET-Rx\u00ae\u00a0high-performance meal replacements; FITCRUNCH\u00ae, a line of delicious high protein bars, powders, and snacks. 1440 Foods brands can be purchased online at Amazon, or at a wide range of grocery, pharmacy, and convenience store chains nationwide such as Walmart, Target, Kroger, Meijer, Walgreens, CVS, and convenience store chains. To learn more about 1440 Foods, visit<a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4740174-1&amp;h=600941381&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fedge.prnewswire.com%2Fc%2Flink%2F%3Ft%3D0%26l%3Den%26o%3D4632375-1%26h%3D2491215949%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fc212.net%252Fc%252Flink%252F%253Ft%253D0%2526l%253Den%2526o%253D4486231-1%2526h%253D3976206967%2526u%253Dhttps%25253A%25252F%25252Fc212.net%25252Fc%25252Flink%25252F%25253Ft%25253D0%252526l%25253Den%252526o%25253D4396480-1%252526h%25253D4051907080%252526u%25253Dhttps%2525253A%2525252F%2525252Fc212.net%2525252Fc%2525252Flink%2525252F%2525253Ft%2525253D0%25252526l%2525253Den%25252526o%2525253D4192304-1%25252526h%2525253D2101016941%25252526u%2525253Dhttps%252525253A%252525252F%252525252Fc212.net%252525252Fc%252525252Flink%252525252F%252525253Ft%252525253D0%2525252526l%252525253Den%2525252526o%252525253D3876151-1%2525252526h%252525253D2073431875%2525252526u%252525253Dhttp%25252525253A%25252525252F%25252525252Fwww.1440foods.com%25252525252F%2525252526a%252525253Dwww.1440Foods.com%25252526a%2525253D%25252525C2%25252525A0www.1440Foods.com%252526a%25253D%252525C2%252525A0www.1440Foods.com%2526a%253D%2525C2%2525A0%26a%3D%25C2%25A0&amp;a=%C2%A0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u00a0<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4740174-1&amp;h=3476142938&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.1440Foods.com&amp;a=www.1440Foods.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">www.1440Foods.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Media Contact: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.prnewswire.com\/cdn-cgi\/l\/email-protection#8ebfbababee8e1e1eafdcebbf9fefca0ede1e3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">[email\u00a0protected]<\/a><\/p>\n<p>SOURCE FITCRUNCH<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/rt.prnewswire.com\/rt.gif?NewsItemId=NY13462&amp;Transmission_Id=202607280915PR_NEWS_USPR_____NY13462&amp;DateId=20260728\" style=\"border:0px; width:1px; height:1px;\"\/><\/p>\n<p>        <script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><script async src=\"\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The innovative bars feature protein and fiber with a delicious taste and layered texture NEW YORK, July 28,&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":791630,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[61],"tags":[336487,97,269],"class_list":["post-791629","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-nutrition","tag-fitcrunch","tag-health","tag-nutrition"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/791629","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=791629"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/791629\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/791630"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=791629"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=791629"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=791629"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}