What's the new permanent flavor of Honey Bunches of Oats? Everything you need to know

Honey Bunches of Oats is a household name when it comes to breakfast choices. The brand is well-liked because of its healthy ingredients. Over the years, it has released different flavors, such as vanilla, almond, and honey roasted. They are back this year with an exciting new flavor which may just stick around as part of their staple offerings.

According to Allrecipes, the brand has launched a new chocolate cereal that will be a permanent addition to its lineup. This cereal might remind many of the "Real Chocolate Clusters" released in 2008.

However, the two are different, as the latest one is a slight upgrade. In addition to chocolate clusters, it now includes chocolate chips, cocoa-coated cornflakes, and crunchy oat granola clusters.

Customers must note that the new Honey Bunches of Oats Chocolate Cereal is available in 12-ounce and 18-ounce boxes at major retailers nationwide. The 18-ounce box costs under $5 at Walmart, though prices may differ depending on the store.

The brand describes the new chocolate oats as:

“Start your morning with rich, chocolate-y flavor with Honey Bunches of Oats Chocolate Cereal––made with real chocolate chips, sweetened cocoa-dusted corn flakes, and crunchy oat granola clusters. Enjoy a bowl of this indulgent chocolate cereal as part of your breakfast routine or try it as a fun, flavorful topping for yogurt, smoothies, or ice cream. Don’t just eat oats. Eat Honey Bunches of Oats!”

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Here is what a reviewer thinks about the new Honey Bunches of Oats flavor

The brand shared an Instagram post about the release in December 2024, mentioning that the cereal combined crispy, cocoa-dusted flakes, rich chocolate granola, and clusters packed with real chocolate chips for a deliciously crunchy and chocolaty experience that customers couldn’t miss.

According to a review by Marvo from The Impulsive Buy, their first impression of the cereal was decent. They shared that they didn’t cheat by using chocolate milk as the white milk quickly transformed into chocolate, comparing it to a magic trick.

Marvo explained that after pouring the cereal and milk, they turned away to put the cereal box back. When they looked again, the milk had fully turned into a rich chocolate flavor. The review mentioned:

“Honey Bunches of Oats Chocolate Cereal is my new favorite Honey Bunches of Oats variety. For real. It’s not the sugar talking this time.”

Marvo also shared that the cereal smelled terrific, much like Cocoa Pebbles, which makes sense since both are Post products. However, while it carries a similar chocolate flavor, it doesn’t pack the same intense cocoa punch as Cocoa Pebbles.

Instead, it offers a milder, more refined chocolate taste that might appeal more to adults than kids with a sweet tooth. Marvo also noted that the cocoa-dusted flakes didn’t prevent them from becoming soggy quickly, as the cocoa washed off into the milk almost instantly.