Nutritional compositions containing carbohydrates for maximizing performance and methods for making and using same are provided. The nutritional compositions provide adequate amounts and types of nutrition to provide the body with proper fuel for performance. In an embodiment, the nutritional compositions include solid particles (14) on an exterior surface to aid in reducing the stickiness of the nutritional composition. The solid particles (14) allow for ease in removing the nutritional compositions from their packaging, and provide a more aesthetically pleasing and easy to consume product. Methods for making and administering such nutritional compositions to individuals in need of same are also provided. FIG. 4
