ATP Science NOWAY!® Collagen Fusion Bar

ATP Science NOWAY!® Collagen Fusion Bar — Jelly Meets Marshmallow. 20g Protein.

The NOWAY!® Collagen Fusion Bar is what happens when you stop choosing between the jelly bar and the marshmallow bar. A layer of squishy fruit jelly (50% of the bar), a layer of creamy marshmallow (33%), coated in real dark chocolate (17%). 20.5g of hydrolysed bovine collagen protein per 60g bar at 170 calories, with 5.5g of dietary fibre. Free from gluten, nuts, soy and artificial sweeteners, flavours or colours. In stock at TopDog Nutrition.

Storage note: Real chocolate coating — don't leave it in the sun, car or gym bag. It will melt.

Contains sulphites. May contain milk.

The Three-Layer Build

The Fusion Bar was ATP Science's response to a genuine customer split: some people preferred the dense, squishy texture of the Jelly Bar, others preferred the soft, airy Marshmallow Bar. The Fusion Bar delivers both in a single product — the fruit jelly base provides the chew and the fruit flavour intensity, the marshmallow layer provides the lightness and creaminess, and the dark compound chocolate coating (15% cocoa powder) holds it together.

Reviewers who've tried the whole range consistently rate the Fusion Bar as the standout: one describes them as next level compared to the standard collagen bars, calling out the texture combination specifically and noting the higher protein dose.

20.5g Collagen Protein — Highest in the Bar Range

The Fusion Bar carries 30% hydrolysed bovine collagen peptides by weight — the highest concentration across the NOWAY!® bar formats. Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body (roughly 30% of total body protein) and the primary structural protein in muscle, tendon, ligament, cartilage, bone and gut lining.

A 2021 randomised controlled trial comparing collagen peptides directly against whey protein found the collagen group gained 3.42kg of fat-free mass versus 2.27kg in the whey group over the same training protocol. Separate research in trained women showed collagen supplementation delivered superior muscle mass gains compared to training alone. Collagen peptides act as both protein source and signalling molecule — the peptides instruct the body to build more lean mass while the protein content supplies the raw material.

Why Collagen Instead of Whey

• Present in the body: Collagen 30% / Whey 0%
• Proven to increase fat-free mass: Both — with collagen showing superior results in head-to-head comparison
• Dairy-free: Collagen ✅ / Whey ❌
• Gut-friendly: Collagen ✅ / Whey ❌
• Peptide signalling for connective tissue: Collagen ✅ / Whey ❌
• Hydrolysed for absorption: NOWAY!® ✅ / Whey — product dependent

NOWAY!® uses Type I and Type III collagen — the forms most relevant to muscle, skin, tendon and bone structure — in hydrolysed peptide form for optimal absorption.

5.5g Fibre — Where It Comes From

The fibre in the Fusion Bar comes from Corn Fibre (polydextrose) rather than maltitol or glucose syrup. ATP Science chose this specifically: polydextrose is a prebiotic fibre that feeds beneficial gut bacteria, is tooth-friendly, and sourced from non-GMO corn. Given that the typical Australian and New Zealand diet averages around 15g of fibre daily against a 25g+ recommendation, a bar contributing 5.5g meaningfully closes that gap.

Note the label warning: excess consumption may have a laxative effect. One bar per day is the practical limit.

Nutrition Per Bar (60g)

• Energy: 710 kJ (170 Cal)
• Protein: 20.5g
• Gluten: Nil Detected
• Fat, Total: 4.2g (Saturated 4.0g)
• Carbohydrates: 8.8g (Sugars 5.9g)
• Dietary Fibre: 5.5g
• Sodium: 55mg

Full Ingredients

The NOWAY!® Collagen Fusion Bar consists of fruit jelly (50%), creamy marshmallow (33%) and dark compound chocolate coating (17%).

Hydrolysed Bovine Collagen Peptides (30%), Dark Compound Chocolate [Sugar, Vegetable Fat, Cocoa Powder (15%), Emulsifier (Sunflower Lecithin), Salt, Natural Flavour], Water, Erythritol, Polydextrose, Gelatine, Corn Fibre, Natural Flavours, Glycerine, Coconut Milk Powder, Malic Acid, Agar, Natural Colour (Beet Red Extract), Preservative (Potassium Sorbate), Sweetener (Steviol Glycosides).

Contains sulphites. May contain milk. Gluten-free. Soy-free. Nut-free. No artificial colours, flavours or sweeteners. Made in Brisbane, Australia.

Which NOWAY!® Bar Should You Choose?

• Fusion Bar — 20.5g protein, 170 Cal, jelly + marshmallow layers. Highest protein, best texture variety. May contain milk.
• Jelly Bar — 20.8g protein, 175 Cal, 6.7g fibre, pure jelly texture. Highest fibre. Dairy-free, no milk warning.
• Creatine Collagen Mallow Bar — 10g protein plus 3g creatine monohydrate, marshmallow texture. For daily creatine supplementation in bar form.

If you have a dairy allergy rather than a lactose intolerance, note the Fusion Bar carries a "may contain milk" declaration due to shared manufacturing — the Jelly Bar does not.

Directions

Eat 1 bar per day as a snack, post-workout, or whenever you need protein between meals. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Refrigerate for firmer texture — several reviewers prefer them cold.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the texture actually like?

Two distinct layers you can taste separately — the fruit jelly is dense and squishy with concentrated flavour, the marshmallow is light and creamy. The chocolate coating adds a firm snap. Reviewers who've tried the whole NOWAY!® range consistently rate the Fusion as the best of the bunch specifically for the texture combination.

Is it dairy-free?

The formula contains no dairy protein — the protein source is bovine collagen, not whey. However, the bar carries a "may contain milk" precautionary allergen statement due to shared manufacturing equipment. If you're lactose intolerant this is generally not an issue; if you have a diagnosed milk allergy, the Jelly Bar (no milk declaration) is the safer choice.

Why does it contain sulphites?

Sulphites are a mandatory declaration allergen under Australian food standards. In this product they're most likely from the preservative system in the jelly component. Sulphite-sensitive individuals should avoid.

Can I eat more than one a day?

The laxative warning relates to the fibre and erythritol load. One bar per day is the sensible limit for most people — two would deliver 11g of fibre from bars alone, which for some will cause digestive discomfort.