Heavenly Hunks Copycat Recipe (2024)

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If you’re unfamiliar with them, Heavenly Hunks sort of sounds like a calendar filled with shirtless firemen or something, so just to clear things up quickly they are NOT that. Instead, they’re bite-sized chunks of chewy, oaty, chocolate chip goodness — decidedly addictive and a perfect snack or treat. They definitely live up to their heavenly moniker! You can find bagged versions at the grocery store or bulk-sized bags at Costco, but those have some oils and flours that don’t work with my dietary restrictions. So I recreated them into a version that I can enjoy guilt-free and this — Heavenly Hunks Copycat Recipe— was born.

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Sprouted Rolled Oats

Oats work for some people and are tough for others. The thing that changes oats for me is not only using gluten-free oats of course, but using gluten-free sprouted oats. Sprouted oats are much easier for many stomachs to digest, including mine. You can likely find some version at your grocery store, definitely at a Whole Foods-type store, and on Amazon. My favorite one is a certified gluten-free brand called One Degree and you can find them here.

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Substitutes for Honey

The combination of honey and coconut sugar works really well here. You could use maple syrup instead, but it will change the flavor profile as a part of these bites is their honey-ish flavor. I like using a very light-colored creamy honey. My favorite one is this one. Plus, you’re also getting sweetness from the chocolate chips and they are key here! I’ve been loving a Guittard version sweetened with coconut sugar, but my kiddos prefer the Enjoy Life brand. You can choose either one or use what you have already at home!

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Easy Sweet Snack

Warming the coconut oil and honey together on the stove is an important step here to get those ingredients fully mixed with all the others. But aside from that step, these come together in minutes in the food processor. You also don’t HAVE to pulse them and if you’d prefer the oats remain whole, you can just mix up the ingredients in a bowl and then press into the pan before you freeze.

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Freezer Cookies

No matter how you cut them — you can make squares, roll them into energy balls or make them granola bar-sized — these gems freeze beautifully. I recommend cutting these or making them into their final shape before you freeze them though. They’ll store in a stasher bag easily in the freezer for up to a few months. I love them straight out of the freezer and find the cool nibbles make the treat last longer. But if you don’t want them cold, you can pop one on a plate and warm it in the microwave for 8 seconds. Or, just leave it on the counter for a few minutes and let it come up to temperature before you enjoy.

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  • Author: Danielle
  • Prep Time: 12 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil
  • 2 1/3 cups rolled oats divided (my stomach tolerates the sprouted oats from One Degree best. They’re much easier to digest)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/4 cup arrowroot powder
  • 1 tablespoon coconut flour
  • ¼ cup coconut sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon Himalayan salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (I love Guittard keto chips but my kids prefer Enjoy Life)

Instructions

  1. Warm the coconut oil and honey in a saucepan over low heat, until melted. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
  2. In a small food processor, grind 1/3 cup of the oats into a fine flour.
  3. Add the remaining oats, shredded coconut, arrowroot, coconut flour, coconut sugar, and salt. Pulse 3 to 5 times to combine. Pour in the melted coconut oil and honey mixture, and pulse a few times to combine. Stir in the chocolate chips with a rubber spatula.
  4. Using a rubber spatula, press the dough into a parchment lined loaf pan and freeze it until set, about 1 hour. Remove the parchment and cut the loaf into 1.5- inch squares.
  5. Alternatively, this mixture can be rolled into energy bites.

Keywords: snack, treat, copycat, chocolate, Danielle Walker, against all grain, gluten-free, organic

Heavenly Hunks Copycat Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What happens if you don't refrigerate Heavenly Hunks? ›

The packaging does say to refrigerate after opening, but it's fine if you leave it on the shelf too. I found that they get really hard when you refrigerate, so if you do, then you need to allot some time for it to soften.

What are the ingredients in Heavenly Hunks? ›

ORGANIC GLUTEN-FREE OATS, ORGANIC DARK CHOCOLATE CHIPS (ORGANIC CANE SUGAR, ORGANIC CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, ORGANIC COCOA BUTTER, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN, ORGANIC VANILLA EXTRACT), ORGANIC BROWN RICE SYRUP, ORGANIC CANE SUGAR, ORGANIC BROWN SUGAR (ORGANIC CANE SUGAR, ORGANIC MOLASSES), ORGANIC COCONUT SHREDS (ORGANIC COCONUT, ...

Can heavenly hunks be frozen? ›

You can absolutely freeze the hunks and thaw them out later to enjoy!

Who owns Heavenly Hunks? ›

Redmond and her nephew, Casey Webber, co-own Ella's Heavenly Hunks and produce these biscuits in Minneapolis, Minnesota. For thirty years, Redmond kept her recipe hushhush.

Why are heavenly hunks so good? ›

These hunks are made with real, wholesome ingredients that I can feel good about putting into my body. Plus, they're gluten-free, which is a huge bonus for those with dietary restrictions. It's refreshing to find a snack that tastes so indulgent yet is made with such care.

Are all Heavenly Hunks vegan? ›

Yes! All heavenly hunks are gluten-free, vegan, non-GMO, and glyphosate free!

Do Heavenly Hunks help with lactation? ›

Heavenly Hunks Organic Oatmeal Cookies

A: Due to the high amount of oatmeal they help mothers that are producing milk. I know many who have eaten them for this reason.

Is Heavenly Hunks low in fodmap? ›

Heavenly Hunks Gluten Free Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies. This product has 4 ingredients that may be high FODMAP.

Do Heavenly Hunks have cinnamon? ›

Gluten-free oats, Brown rice syrup, Palm oil (sustainably sourced), Coconut shreds, Cane sugar, Brown sugar, Sorghum flour, Dried carrot, Tapioca starch, White chips (sugar, palm kernel and palm oil, natural flavor, sunflower lecithin (an emulsifier), salt), Potato starch, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Sea salt, Natural flavor, ...

How to store heavenly hunks? ›

I love that these homemade Heavenly Hunks keep well in the fridge or freezer (though you'll want to thaw before eating if you freeze them) so I can keep them on hand for after-school snacks.

Is there dairy in Heavenly Hunks? ›

Heavenly Hunks Reviews & Info (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)

How many calories are in Heavenly Hunks Minis? ›

1 pack of hunks, oatmeal chocolate, minis (Heavenly Hunks) contains 150 Calories. The macronutrient breakdown is 54% carbs, 41% fat, and 5% protein. This has a relatively high calorie density, with 441 Calories per 100g.

How long can something be left unrefrigerated? ›

Food that is sitting out for a party or picnic should be chilled after two hours at typical room temperature. If it's above 90 degrees Fahrenheit (32 degrees Celsius) or more, food should not sit out for more than one hour. The key for food safety is to keep hot food hot and cold food cold.

Does Mounjaro go bad if not refrigerated? ›

However, you can store unopened Mounjaro pens or vials unrefrigerated for a period of time. You can store them for up to 21 days at room temperature — up to 86°F (30°C). You should discard Mounjaro if you have not used it within 21 days after removing it from the refrigerator. You should not freeze Mounjaro.

Can you cool candy in the fridge? ›

Kitchens can be hot and humid, therefore, make sure the air conditioning is on, or utilize a fan to blow cooler air over the cooking area. Do not try to cool your candy in the refrigerator. Do not store hard candy in the refrigerator.

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