Copycat Heavenly Hunks (Oatmeal Chocolate Chip)
Heavenly Hunks are small, bite-sized treats known for their dense, chewy texture and wholesome ingredients. A copycat version of these delightful snacks can be easily made at home using a mix of oats, almond flour, chocolate chips, and your choice of sweetener—typically agave or maple syrup. The ingredients are combined with a bit of non hydrogenated shortening and vanilla extract to enhance the flavor and binding. These hunks are baked just until set, resulting in a deliciously satisfying snack that’s both hearty and healthy.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup Gluten free quick cooking oats, (May use rolled if you pulse in blender for 3-5 seconds )
- 1/2 Cup almond flour , (For nut free, use 1/4C coconut flour)
- 3/4 Cup chococlate chips
- 1/3 Cup Maple syrup or agave
- 1/3 Cup coconut sugar, (Or raw cane sugar or maple sugar)
- 1/3 C Non hydrogenated palm oil shortening
- 1 teaspoon vanlla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees farenheit, then line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- If using rolled oats, pulse the oats in blender for about 5 seconds first, until they more closely resemble quick cooking
- In a large bowl, mix oats, almond or coconut flour, coconut sugar. softened shortening and maple syrup. Stir to combine. Gently fold in chocolate chips. Work with your hands if necessary to form a cookie dough. To help dough shape more easily , I highly recommend refrigerating the dough for 30 minutes before handling.
- Use a tablespoon to scoop dough into balls and place on the baking sheet. Then, shape the cookie dough balls into cubes, about 1 tbsp in size.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are light golen brown. Let full cool so they can completely set before removing.
- store in an airtight container at room temperature
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