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Chocolate Raspberry Bars

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Delicious layered dessert combining rich chocolate and tart raspberries, easy to make with a boxed cake mix.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the cake base
  • 1 box Duncan Hines Perfectly Moist Dark Chocolate Fudge cake mix
  • 2 cans (12.5 ounce) raspberry pie filling (1½ cans for the cake)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs, whisked
For the whipped cream topping
  • 2 cups heavy cream Can be substituted with a lighter option.
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ can raspberry pie filling (for whipped topping)
  • 6 ounces fresh raspberries, coarsely chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and spray a 10x15 baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, 1½ cans of raspberry pie filling, vanilla extract, and whisked eggs. Stir until well blended.
  3. Pour the cake mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it into an even layer.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean when done.
  5. Once baked, remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
Making the Whipped Cream
  1. In a medium bowl, combine heavy cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla. Beat on high speed until stiff peaks form.
  2. Gently fold the remaining ½ can of raspberry pie filling into the whipped cream.
  3. Spread the whipped cream mixture over the cooled cake and sprinkle with coarsely chopped fresh raspberries.
  4. Cut into bars and savor every delicious bite!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

Notes

After enjoying your dessert, store remaining bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 months.
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