IronMaxx 50% Zenith High Protein Bar
💪 50g of protein per 100g bar — the highest protein content in the IronMaxx range
🚫 Maximum 2.1g of sugar per bar — suitable for both bulking and cutting phases
🍫 Multi-source protein blend: milk protein + collagen hydrolysate + soy protein isolate
🌾 Gluten-free — individually wrapped — produced in Germany
🍫🥥🥜🤍 4 flavours — individually or in a box of 12 bars
What is the IronMaxx ZENITH® 50 Protein Bar?
The IronMaxx ZENITH® 50 is the brand's flagship protein bar — a 100g bar delivering 50g of protein from a multi-source dairy and soy blend, in a genuine full-sized format that stands apart from the standard 50 to 60g protein bar market. At 50% protein by weight, it offers the highest protein density per gram of any bar in the IronMaxx range and is one of the highest-protein ready-to-eat bars available in the European sports nutrition market.
The protein matrix combines three complementary sources: a milk protein blend (providing both whey and caseinate fractions for fast and sustained amino acid release), collagen hydrolysate (bovine) for connective tissue amino acids and the bar's characteristic dense texture, and soy protein isolate for a complete essential amino acid profile. Together, the three sources deliver 50g of protein per 100g with optimal bioavailability across multiple absorption timelines.
The bar's sugar content is held to a maximum of 2.1g per 100g bar — equivalent to 2.1% of the bar's weight in natural sugars. The sweetness comes from maltitol (a sugar alcohol used in the chocolate coating) and sucralose, producing a genuinely indulgent taste profile that does not depend on added sugar. IronMaxx has won the German State Honour Award for Excellent Food Quality from North Rhine-Westphalia — a mark of production quality that few sports nutrition brands have achieved.
Four flavours are stocked: Brownie Chocolate Crisp, with a milk chocolate maltitol coating, 1.5% fat-reduced cocoa and soy crispy pieces; Coconut, with real coconut flakes (3%) in a white or milk chocolate coating; Peanut, with a peanut-infused protein base and milk chocolate coating; and White Chocolate Crisp, with a white maltitol chocolate coating and crispy soy protein pieces.
Gluten-free across all four variants. Individually wrapped. Produced in Germany.
50g of protein. 100g of bar. Maximum impact.
| Flavour | Chocolate or Coconut or Peanut or White Chocolate Crisp |
| Packaging | 1 Pc or 12 Pcs |
| Brand | IronMaxx |
| Size | 100 gr |
How the IronMaxx ZENITH® 50 Protein Bar supports your objectives
💪 50g of protein per 100g bar — the largest and highest-protein bar in the range
At 100g per bar and 50% protein content, the ZENITH® 50 provides 50g of protein in a single bar — the equivalent of approximately 200g of chicken breast, 8 eggs or nearly two standard protein shakes. For athletes who need to hit high daily protein targets conveniently, a single ZENITH® 50 bar covers the protein contribution of a full meal without requiring preparation, cooking or refrigeration.
🧬 Multi-source protein blend — milk, collagen and soy for complete coverage
The three-source protein matrix delivers amino acids across multiple timelines: milk protein (whey and caseinate fractions) provides both fast and sustained amino acid release; collagen hydrolysate provides glycine, proline and hydroxyproline for connective tissue support; soy protein isolate contributes a complete essential amino acid profile that rounds out the EAA coverage of the dairy fractions. The combination is more nutritionally complete than any single-source protein bar.
🚫 Maximum 2.1g of sugar — genuine low-sugar at 100g serving
Conventional chocolate bars of 100g contain 40 to 60g of sugar. The ZENITH® 50 contains a maximum of 2.1g of total sugars — a 95%+ reduction from a confectionery equivalent at the same serving size. The maltitol-based chocolate coating produces a genuinely sweet and indulgent taste without added sugar, making the bar suitable for low-sugar, controlled-carbohydrate and body recomposition dietary approaches.
🥥 Real flavour inclusions — coconut flakes, cocoa, peanut
Each variant uses real food inclusions rather than artificial flavouring: Coconut contains 3% real coconut flakes; Brownie Chocolate Crisp contains 4% soy crispy pieces and fat-reduced cocoa powder; Peanut is flavoured with genuine peanut compounds. These real inclusions contribute both genuine flavour depth and texture complexity.
🌾 Gluten-free — the broadest dietary accessibility
All four stocked ZENITH® 50 variants are gluten-free, making them suitable for individuals with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance who want a 100g high-protein snack without compromise. Produced in Germany under strict quality standards.
🎯 Goal guide
🏋️ Mass gain: 1 bar/day as a post-workout protein source or between-meal protein top-up. 50g of protein per bar reduces the number of additional protein sources needed to hit daily targets.
🔥 Weight loss / cutting: 1 bar/day. Maximum protein at minimum sugar — the ideal caloric-deficit protein snack at 100g.
⚖️ Body recomposition: 1 bar/day post-workout. Multi-source protein for sustained amino acid delivery throughout the recovery window.
Serving suggestion
Open the wrapper and consume directly. No preparation required. IronMaxx recommends consuming up to 1 to 2 bars per day, at any time of day — before, during or after training, or as a protein-rich snack. Store protected from heat, moisture and direct sunlight. The chocolate coating may soften in warm conditions — this is cosmetic only and does not affect nutritional content.
Best times to enjoy it
🏋️ Post-workout
50g of protein within 30 to 45 minutes of training provides a complete multi-source protein dose during the peak anabolic window — covering the protein contribution of an entire meal in a single convenient bar that requires no preparation.
☀️ As a meal replacement or between meals
At 100g and 50g of protein, the ZENITH® 50 is large enough to serve as a complete meal substitute for a protein-focused lunch or snack. The bar's satiety — from the combination of protein, fat and fibre — makes it effective at managing hunger between meals during caloric restriction.
🌙 Evening high-protein snack
The caseinate fraction in the milk protein blend provides slow-releasing amino acids, making an evening ZENITH® 50 a practical anti-catabolic snack before sleep — comparable in function to a dedicated casein shake, but in a more enjoyable ready-to-eat format.
✈️ On the go
Individually wrapped and shelf-stable at room temperature — fits in any gym bag, backpack or briefcase. The 100g format provides a genuinely filling and high-protein portable meal for travel, outdoor activities or busy working days.
Daily protein target reminder
Current sports nutrition science recommends 1.6 to 2.2g of protein per kg of body weight per day for active individuals. Each ZENITH® 50 bar contributes 50g toward this daily target — the equivalent of a full protein meal.
| Body weight | Min. target (1.6g/kg) | Max. target (2.2g/kg) | 1 bar covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 kg | 88g/day | 121g/day | 57% to 41% |
| 65 kg | 104g/day | 143g/day | 48% to 35% |
| 75 kg | 120g/day | 165g/day | 42% to 30% |
| 85 kg | 136g/day | 187g/day | 37% to 27% |
| 95 kg | 152g/day | 209g/day | 33% to 24% |
Full ingredient list by flavour
🍫 Brownie Chocolate Crisp:
Milk protein mixture (milk protein, milk protein concentrate), collagen hydrolysate (bovine), maltitol whole milk chocolate coating (16.5%) (sweetener (maltitol), cocoa butter, whole milk powder, cocoa mass, emulsifier (lecithins)), humectant (glycerol), rapeseed oil, soy crispies (4%) (soy protein isolate, tapioca starch, salt), fat-reduced cocoa powder (1.5%), emulsifier (lecithins), antioxidant (alpha-tocopherol), flavourings, sweetener (steviol glycosides from stevia). May contain traces of egg, peanuts and nuts.
🥥 Coconut:
Protein blend (milk protein, collagen hydrolysate (bovine), soy protein isolate), humectant (glycerol), maltitol chocolate coating (sweetener (maltitol), cocoa butter, whole milk powder, cocoa mass, emulsifier (lecithins), natural vanilla flavour), water, palm fat, coconut flakes (3%), flavourings, microcrystalline cellulose, sweetener (sucralose). May contain traces of egg, peanuts and nuts.
🥜 Peanut:
Protein blend (50%) (collagen hydrolysate (bovine), milk protein, soy protein isolate), humectant (glycerol), maltitol whole milk chocolate coating (13%) (sweetener (maltitol), cocoa butter, whole milk powder, cocoa mass, emulsifier (lecithins), natural vanilla flavour), palm fat, soy protein nuggets chocolate (3%) (soy protein isolate, cocoa, tapioca starch), flavourings, inulin, salt, emulsifier (lecithins), sweetener (sucralose), antioxidant (DL-alpha-tocopherol). May contain traces of egg and nuts.
🤍 White Chocolate Crisp:
Milk protein (23.7%) (whey protein concentrate (milk), caseinate (milk), whey protein isolate (milk)), collagen hydrolysate, white maltitol chocolate coating (18%) (sweetener (maltitol), cocoa butter, whole milk powder, emulsifier (lecithins), natural vanilla flavour), humectant (glycerol), soy protein isolate, soy protein crispies 5% (soy protein isolate), flavourings, palm fat, coconut flakes (1%), emulsifier (lecithins), salt, antioxidant (alpha-tocopherol), sweetener (sucralose). May contain traces of egg, peanuts and nuts.
Key ingredient breakdown (common base)
| Ingredient | Role |
|---|---|
| Milk protein (whey + caseinate fractions) | Fast and sustained amino acid release; high biological value dairy protein |
| Collagen hydrolysate (bovine) | Connective tissue amino acids; contributes to bar's dense texture |
| Soy protein isolate | Complete EAA complement; rounds out essential amino acid profile |
| Maltitol (chocolate coating sweetener) | Sugar alcohol; no added sugar; lower GI than sucrose |
| Glycerol (humectant) | Maintains soft, moist protein matrix |
| Inulin (Peanut variant) | Prebiotic soluble fibre |
| Sucralose | Zero-calorie secondary sweetener |
| Coconut flakes (Coconut, White Choc Crisp) | Real coconut; medium-chain fats; natural coconut flavour |
| Soy crispies/nuggets (Brownie Choc Crisp, Peanut, White Choc Crisp) | Crunchy protein pieces; texture dimension |
Allergens
All 4 variants contain: milk (milk protein, milk powder in coating), soy (protein isolate or lecithin). All may contain traces of egg, peanuts and nuts. Always refer to the current product label for the most up-to-date allergen information.
Product characteristics:
- 50g of protein per 100g bar
- Maximum 2.1g of sugar per bar
- Gluten-free
- Sweetened with maltitol + sucralose — no added sugar
- Produced in Germany — state quality award recipient
Nutritional values per bar (100g)
| Flavour | Energy | Fat | Sat. fat | Carbs | Sugars | Protein | Salt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brownie Chocolate Crisp | 369 kcal | 12g | 4.7g | 21g | 2.1g | 50g | 0.54g |
| Coconut | 379 kcal | 11g | 6.4g | 28g | 1.7g | 50g | 0.76g |
| Peanut | 369 kcal | 11g | 6.0g | 27g | 1.6g | 50g | 0.79g |
| White Chocolate Crisp | 376 kcal | 13g | 4.7g | 21g | 2.1g | 50g | 0.57g |
Common nutritional characteristics across all 4 flavours
- 50g of protein per 100g bar ✅ (all variants label-confirmed)
- Maximum 2.1g of sugar per bar ✅
- Gluten-free ✅
- Sweetened with maltitol + sucralose (or steviol glycosides) — no added sugar ✅
Box format guide
| Format | Bars | Total protein | Total energy (reference) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single bar | 1 × 100g | 50g | 369–379 kcal |
| Box of 12 | 12 × 100g | 600g | 4428–4548 kcal |
Q1 — How does a 100g bar with 50g of protein compare to a standard protein bar?
Most standard protein bars weigh 50 to 65g and provide 20 to 25g of protein. The ZENITH® 50 at 100g and 50g of protein provides double the protein per bar and double the serving size — the equivalent of two standard protein bars in one. This larger format suits athletes who need protein-equivalent meal replacements rather than snack-sized supplements, and provides exceptional value per gram of protein compared to smaller format bars at equivalent price points.
Q2 — What is the laxative warning about?
The chocolate coating on the ZENITH® 50 uses maltitol as its primary sweetener — a sugar alcohol that provides sweetness at a lower glycaemic impact than sucrose. Maltitol is poorly absorbed by the small intestine in large quantities and, when it reaches the colon, can cause digestive discomfort (gas, bloating, loose stools) if consumed in excess. This is a standard EU labelling requirement for products containing more than 10g/100g of polyols. At the recommended consumption of 1 to 2 bars per day, this is not a practical concern for most healthy adults.
Q3 — Is the ZENITH® 50 suitable for people with gluten intolerance or coeliac disease?
Yes. All four stocked variants are declared gluten-free. The protein base does not use any wheat, rye, barley or oat-derived ingredients. Always verify the current product label for any manufacturing facility cross-contamination notes if gluten sensitivity is severe.
Q4 — Why does the Brownie Chocolate Crisp variant list a different protein formula from the other three variants?
The IronMaxx ZENITH® 50 has undergone formula updates across its 2026 product range. The Brownie Chocolate Crisp in the new 2026 packaging features a milk protein mix (milk protein + milk protein concentrate) as the primary protein fraction, with rapeseed oil replacing palm fat and steviol glycosides added alongside sucralose. The other three variants use the older base formula with collagen hydrolysate, soy protein isolate and palm fat. Both formulas deliver 50g of protein per 100g bar. Always verify the current product label for the exact formula of each variant before final publication.
Q5 — Is the box of 12 the same product as the individual bar?
Yes. The box of 12 contains 12 individually wrapped 100g bars of the same formula as the individually sold bar. The box format is significantly more economical per bar and is the standard purchasing format for athletes who consume ZENITH® 50 regularly. At one bar per day, the box provides 12 days of supply — approximately 1.5 weeks at daily use.