These homemade Raspberry Hot Chocolate Granola Bars are perfect for quick breakfasts or after-school snacks. They’re easy to make, delightfully chewy, and full of flavor.
Hello, Raspberry Hot Chocolate Bar goodness!
I love adding chocolate to breakfast whenever I can — to me it’s no different than tossing chocolate chips into muffins. I’ll admit I enjoy colorful additions in baked goods and won’t apologize for it.
This granola bar recipe quickly became a favorite because it’s so easy to adapt for different flavors. After making peppermint hot chocolate bars successfully, I wanted to try more hot chocolate varieties. When I spotted a raspberry-flavored hot chocolate mix at the store, I knew it would be perfect for these bars.
Finding raspberry M&M’s made it even better. Those pink and red candies add both color and a touch of extra raspberry flavor, which is lovely for Valentine’s Day or any time you want a cheerful treat.
These bars have a soft, chewy texture — not the hard, crumbly consistency of many store-bought granola bars. If you prefer a firmer bar, you can bake them 5–10 minutes longer, but I prefer them slightly underbaked and removed at about 22 minutes. They will finish setting as they cool and become perfectly chewy.
The raspberry hot chocolate flavor is subtle and pleasant, while the raspberry M&M’s boost the berry notes and add fun color. I also like to drizzle white chocolate over the bars, but that step is optional if you prefer less chocolate on your breakfast items.
These bars are ideal for on-the-go mornings. Wrap individual bars in sandwich bags and grab one as you head out the door for school or work. You may regret not grabbing two.
Here’s what to expect: a simple ingredient list, straightforward mixing, and a quick bake time. The result is a batch of about 14 bars with balanced sweetness and a pleasant texture that holds together well for snacking.
More homemade granola bars to try
- Caramel Apple Granola Bars
- Peanut Butter Cookies and Cream Granola Bars
- Cappuccino Chip Granola Bars
- No Bake M&M Granola Bars
- Thin Mint Granola Bars
- Strawberry Granola Bars
Recipe
Raspberry Hot Chocolate Granola Bars
14 bars
15 minutes
20 minutes
35 minutes
These homemade Raspberry Hot Chocolate Granola Bars are great for on-the-go breakfasts or snacking after school. Easy to make, chewy, and delicious.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ cups quick oats
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup dry raspberry hot chocolate mix
- ¾ cup raspberry M&M’s
- 1 cup mini marshmallow bits
- ¼ cup white chocolate melts, melted (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13-inch pan with nonstick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until creamy. Add the vanilla and eggs and beat until combined.
- Whisk together the flour, oats, salt, and dry raspberry hot chocolate mix. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture and mix until incorporated.
- Gently stir in ½ cup of the raspberry M&M’s and the mini marshmallow bits.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared pan. Press the remaining ¼ cup of M&M’s into the top. Bake for 20–22 minutes. Remove and cool on a wire rack; the bars will set as they cool.
- Cut into 14 bars. Drizzle with melted white chocolate if desired and let set. Store in a sealed container.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 14
Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 289
Total Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 54mg
Sodium: 140mg
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 18g
Protein: 5g
Nutrition facts are estimates and not guaranteed to be exact. Consult a registered dietitian for specific dietary advice.
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