Banana Cream Pie Puff

Melted bars

"All boxes with melted bars had to refrigerate to eat. Shipping protection charged but company not replace order or ship with ice to AZ. Company suggestion to refrigerate or place order at better time of season is unacceptable customer service. Long time customer very disappointed will no longer buy from built will find another bar to buy/eat."

— Frank j. (1/5)

Love this one!

"I was nervous trying this one because I don’t like artificial banana flavors. Honestly, bananas are not my favorite in general, but I love banana pudding. So I wanted to try it. I was scared it was going to taste like banana laffy taffy, but thankfully it doesn’t. I really like it. It’s not a true banana pudding but not overly artificial either. So if you are like me and questioning it, I think you should try it."

— Tiffany G. (5/5)

It’s basically good!

"I enjoyed puff bars as a treat and had enjoyed their low Weight Watchers point value. The banana cream pie one is certainly to the higher end of the point scale than others thus far. It taste good, but I still consider a treat."

— Christine G. (4/5)

"I’M NOT CHANGING MY HONEST REVIEW They weren’t edible after SHIPPING IN 100+ heat FOR 2 WEEKS LITERALLY ACROSS THE COUNTRY! They were in awful shape, so no photo sadly & were humanely disposed of. Hurt my heart! Now I pay for expedited shipping which hurts my heart too."

— Jennifer (1/5)

One of my favorite flavors

"Really like the Banana Cream Pie. The dark chocolate coating is my preferred coating and the banana flavor is solid."

— Michael Z. (5/5)

Flavor Needs More Personality

"Banana Cream Pie Puff Built Protein Bar — The Flavor Needs More Personality Banana cream pie is such a classic dessert, and the idea of turning that flavor into a Built Protein Bar is definitely appealing. A good banana cream pie brings together the sweetness of ripe bananas, the smooth richness of vanilla custard, a creamy texture, and the familiar flavor of a pie crust. It is a dessert with a distinct identity, and I believe a protein bar inspired by it should aim to capture those characteristics. I’m giving the Banana Cream Pie Puff Built Protein Bar 3 out of 5 stars. The concept has potential, but I believe there is room for improvement when it comes to creating a truly memorable banana cream pie experience. When I see banana cream pie on the label, I want more than a bar that simply hints at banana. I want a recognizable banana flavor that feels balanced with the creamy vanilla notes associated with the dessert. Banana cream pie is not just about sweetness; it is about how the banana, custard-like creaminess, and pie-inspired elements work together to create a familiar and satisfying flavor. That balance is what makes a dessert-inspired product successful. Banana can be a tricky flavor to get right. Too subtle, and it can disappear beneath the sweetness. Too artificial-tasting, and it may not resemble the familiar flavor of a banana dessert. The goal should be a banana flavor that is recognizable, complemented by creamy vanilla notes, with enough depth to distinguish it from a generic sweet protein bar. The word “pie” also creates expectations. A banana cream pie is more than banana pudding. The creamy filling is a major part of the experience, but the crust contributes to the dessert’s overall identity, too. Even in a protein bar, those familiar flavor cues can help make the product feel more complete and true to its inspiration. Texture matters as well. A puff-style protein bar offers a different eating experience from a traditional slice of pie, so the flavor needs to do its part to evoke the dessert. A balanced combination of banana and cream flavors can help bridge that gap and make the product more satisfying. I appreciate the creativity behind dessert-inspired protein bars because they offer variety beyond the usual chocolate and peanut butter options. Banana cream pie is a flavor with plenty of potential, and I would love to see Built make the most of it. However, a promising concept does not automatically earn five stars. The flavor needs to be memorable enough to stand on its own, and every element should contribute to the overall experience rather than relying on sweetness alone. My recommendation to Built is to focus on a more distinctive banana flavor and a richer, more recognizable banana cream pie profile. The goal should be to capture the familiar combination of banana, creamy vanilla, and the essence of pie—not simply create another sweet-flavored protein bar. Final Verdict: 3 out of 5 Stars The Banana Cream Pie Puff Built Protein Bar has an appealing concept, but I believe there is room to elevate the flavor and make it more distinctive. A stronger connection to the classic dessert, with a better balance of banana and creamy notes, could make this variety stand out. Built, banana cream pie is a beloved dessert for a reason. Give us a flavor that captures what makes it special and delivers a more convincing experience from the first bite to the last. The potential is there; now the flavor needs to live up to the name."

— Amy S. (3/5)

Awesome flavor!

"This flavor is amazing! It truly tastes like a chocolate covered banana. Please keep this flavor around. It’s one of my new “go-to” bars!"

— Robin E. (5/5)

Very tasty

"The banana flavour was great, but when i think of banana cream pie i imagine somwthing creamier. Maybe a white chocolate coating instead? Still very good. One of my top 5 !"

— Jessi (4/5)

One of my favorite flavors.

"One of my favorite flavors. Super yummy!"

— Michele M. (5/5)

"My favorite built flavor especially cold"

— Larinda (5/5)