Zentein Elite Squares Explained

We wanted to create a new, fun texture and mouthfeel with this product line that contrasted the dense, high protein batter of our protein bars. This is done with the inclusion of a crisp and crunchy element in the form of crisped brown rice. The rice breaks up and balances the batter (made with rich natural nut butters, bovine collagen, and Canadian honey) and provides an enjoyable textural and audible experience as you bite through the squares.

We also wanted these squares to contain a diverse array of vegetables, plants, fungi, grains, and seeds in order to solve another problem that we humans often face: eating a diverse diet when we are busy, on-the-go, or have no time. These squares include a blend of 15 different whole foods from the aforementioned food categories which come together to deliver 12 essential vitamins (30%+ DV of each vitamin per square).

Each square delivers 10g of protein from plant and animal sources: bovine collagen, nut butters, seeds, and grains. These squares are easy to eat, pairs nicely with many foods, and will leave you wanting a second, third, or fourth square. Luckily, we have three flavours (and more are coming) so you can mix and match or find your favourite. These squares are elite in every way.

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10 g of Protein

Per Square

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No Artificial Sweeteners, Colours, or Preservatives
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Made Fresh Weekly

Best Before: 12 Months

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Sweetened with Canadian Honey

and fruit, depending on the flavour

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Protein from Bovine Collagen

Can support joints, connective tissue, and gut health

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High Quality Ingredients

We put the same thought, care, and attention into every square

These square have protein, vitamins, nothing artificial, and are delicous.

Why are these squares "Elite"?

Collagen-Based Protein

Most of the protein in each bar comes from high-quality bovine collagen, providing unique amino acids that support connective tissue, joints, and gut health, not just muscle macros.

Most of the protein in each bar comes from high-quality bovine collagen, providing unique amino acids that support connective tissue, joints, and gut health, not just muscle macros.

30% Daily Value of 12 Essential Vitamins

Micronutrients are integral to the healthy functioning of your body. For example, Vitamin C enables collagen synthesis in your body. Each Elite Square uses dehydrated superfoods to deliver 30% DV of 12 out of 13 essential vitamins.

Micronutrients are integral to the healthy functioning of your body. For example, Vitamin C enables collagen synthesis in your body. Each Elite Square uses dehydrated superfoods to deliver 30% DV of 12 out of 13 essential vitamins.

Energy Squared

A thoughtful combination of Canadian honey, brown rice, and nut butters delivers both quick and sustained energy. Honey provides readily available fuel, while brown rice releases energy more slowly: helping avoid spikes and crashes. This combines with healthy fats in nut butters and collagen protein to deliver a satisfying, nutrient dense snack.

A thoughtful combination of Canadian honey, brown rice, and nut butters delivers both quick and sustained energy. Honey provides readily available fuel, while brown rice releases energy more slowly: helping avoid spikes and crashes. This combines with healthy fats in nut butters and collagen protein to deliver a satisfying, nutrient dense snack.

Whole-Food Fats from Natural Nut Butters

Natural peanut butter and almond butter supplies healthy fats and additional protein that slow digestion and promote longer-lasting fullness, keeping energy levels stable between meals.

Natural peanut butter and almond butter supplies healthy fats and additional protein that slow digestion and promote longer-lasting fullness, keeping energy levels stable between meals.

Delightful Texture

The crispy and crunch of crisped brown rice at the perfect inclusion rates makes these squares easy and enjoyable to eat. Each flavour also has a varying degree, or source, of the "crunch" to offer different mouthfeels.

The crispy and crunch of crisped brown rice at the perfect inclusion rates makes these squares easy and enjoyable to eat. Each flavour also has a varying degree, or source, of the "crunch" to offer different mouthfeels.

Three Delicious Flavours

1. Honey Peanut Crispy - roasted natural peanut butter with Canadian honey dancing together to form a comforting, homily flavour.

2. Salted Double Cacao - cacao powder, cacao nibs, and sea salt combine to form a decadent square with different layers of flavour.

3. Almondy Raspberry - rich natural almond butter with freeze dried raspberries to deliver a sophisticated, balanced bite that has roasted notes while staying light

1. Honey Peanut Crispy - roasted natural peanut butter with Canadian honey dancing together to form a comforting, homily flavour.

2. Salted Double Cacao - cacao powder, cacao nibs, and sea salt combine to form a decadent square with different layers of flavour.

3. Almondy Raspberry - rich natural almond butter with freeze dried raspberries to deliver a sophisticated, balanced bite that has roasted notes while staying light

No Refrigeration, Shelf Stable

Shelf-stable and easy to store, these squares require no refrigeration. If stored in cooler temperatures, the texture may firm up naturally. If they are stored in warm temperatures, they may have a softer texture.

Shelf-stable and easy to store, these squares require no refrigeration. If stored in cooler temperatures, the texture may firm up naturally. If they are stored in warm temperatures, they may have a softer texture.

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One Square Per Package

Each package contains 1 square.

10 g Protein Per Package

Each square delivers 10g of protein to support energy, strength, and recovery.

A Beautiful Design

You are what you eat.

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Durable, Protective Packaging

Made with a thick, resilient film designed to withstand real life. From the bottom of backpacks and purses to the occasional wash-and-dry mishap. It protects the food inside from damage, and everything outside.

Go-Anywhere Design

Designed to fit easily into purses, backpacks, gym bags, jacket pockets, and rucksacks. Convenient, compact, and ready whenever you are.

Easy-Tear Notch

Thoughtfully designed for fast, frustration-free opening: at the gym, at work, or on the go.

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Core Ingredients

Bovine Collagen
Canadian Honey
Peanut or Almond Butter
Superfood Blend
Crisped Brown Rice

Collagen

Collagen is a structural protein rich in glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline - amino acids that play a key role in connective tissue, joints, skin, and gut lining. Gelatin is simply collagen that has been gently processed into a form that’s easy to use and digest, while retaining its characteristic amino acid profile. In foods, gelatin helps create structure, softness, and a satisfying bite. This helps the bar’s texture and stability without the need for artificial binders.

Canadian Honey

Honey provides readily available glucose and fructose for quick energy, while also containing trace bioactive compounds.
We use Canadian honey as a natural source of sweetness and energy: providing simple carbohydrates that fuel quick energy while contributing to a smooth texture and balanced flavour, without relying on refined sugars or artificial sweeteners.

Natural Peanut Butter

Creamy natural nut butter provides healthy monounsaturated fats, plant-based protein, and micronutrients that help slow digestion and support longer-lasting fullness. By pairing fats with protein and carbohydrates, it helps create steady energy and a more satisfying bar without relying on artificial binders or fillers.

Superfood Blend

A blend of 15 dehydrated vegetables, fruits, fungi, sprouted grains, and seeds that are selectively chosen to provide a balance of vitamins across 12 of the 13 essential vitamins that humans need.

Crisped Brown Rice

Crispy brown rice pieces to add a satisfying crunch.

Choose Your Flavour:

Honey Peanut Crispy

Honey Peanut Crispy

Canadian honey and roasted natural peanut butter combine to form a classic, comforting sweet and nutty mix.

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Salted Double Cacao

Salted Double Cacao

Cacao nibs and cacao powder combine to form double the decadence. Their slight bitterness is balanced by Canadian honey and a dash of sea salt to bring layers of flavour to your snack.

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Almondy Raspberry

Almondy Raspberry

Almond butter brings a uniquely nutty flavour that pairs with the brightness and slight tartness of freeze dried raspberries to create a crave-able unique experience.

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How to Enjoy Elite Squares

Take It Anywhere

Easy to carry

The durable packaging fits easily into backpacks, gym bags, purses, or rucksacks. Protects both the food inside and everything around it.

Busy Mornings

No preparation needed

Each bar contains oats, honey, 25g of protein, nut butters... the main macronutrients and delicious breakfast-type ingredients all in a bar.

Training Sessions

Reliable fuel to power your body

With protein for recovery and balanced carbohydrates for steady energy, Zentein protein bars fit seamlessly before, during, or after training.

On-The-Go

Packaged and portable

Durable, compact, and ready to eat -making them ideal for travel, long days, and anywhere reliable nutrition matters. No prep, no mess, just real fuel when you need it.

Perfect Places to Bring Elite Squares

Hospitals

Stay fuelled while waiting.

Road Trips

Easy, mess-free fuel for long drives, quick stops, and everything in between.

School

Satisfying snack to keep energy steady between classes and activities.

Outdoors

Simple, satisfying fuel for days on the trail or at camp.

Airplanes

Easy to pack, easy to eat, and perfect when in-flight options are limited.

Emergency Kits

A shelf-stable, ready-to-eat source of food that’s easy to store and dependable.

Golf Course

Toss in your golf bag for convenient fuel without the need for prep or refrigeration.

Game Days

Convenient snack for long games, practices, tournaments. Easy to carry and enjoy when schedules are packed.

The Office

Keep energy steady through meetings, shifts, and long workdays.

Job Sites

Built for physically demanding workdays: easy to carry, ready to eat, and dependable when breaks are short and energy matters.