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This copycat Heavenly Hunks recipe is ridiculously quick and easy to make, and my kids DEVOUR them! They keep well in the fridge or freezer and are made with real, wholesome ingredients. Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.

COPYCAT HEAVENLY HUNKS RECIPE

Have you tried Heavenly Hunks? They’re a packaged snack I originally found at Costco, and my kids love the oat squares so much (and me) love them so much that I decided to make a copycat recipe with real ingredients from the fridge and pantry.

While I feel like the original Heavenly Hunks are pretty healthy, they do still have added sugar in them so I tried swapping some real ingredients like real maple syrup to make a healthier version, and we actually like them better! I love little wins like that!

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.

My kids also like to pack them in lunches and I have one pre-teen who sleeps in till the last minute every school day and will grab a couple for breakfast to-go.

I’m telling you, this heavenly hunk copycat recipe is the real deal and you don’t even have to leave your house to go to the grocery store, they’re SUPER easy to make at home.

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Looking for more healthy snack recipes? Try my Black Bean Brownie Batter, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Energy Bites, or DIY Fruit Kebabs with yogurt dip.

INGREDIENTS IN COPYCAT HEAVENLY HUNK

The ingredients list in Heavenly Hunks is fairly healthy, but it does include a few things like brown sugar, cane sugar, starches, and palm shortening that I swapped for some better alternatives.

My ingredients list is pretty short and simple!

***Ingredient amounts and instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

rolled oats

If you’re gluten-free, be sure to use oats that are certified gluten free.

While oats are naturally gluten-free, there has been some negative buzz around oats and their gluten-free status recently, so I do recommend sticking with a brand that also uses purity protocol oats.

I recommend gfJules, Bakery on Main, or Zego.

unsweetened shredded coconut

If you have sweetened on hand and want to use that, feel free to; you’ll just have a little added sugar.

If you can only find unsweetened coconut flakes, just add those in with the old-fashioned oats for the first step.

buckwheat flour

Despite its name, buckwheat flour is naturally gluten-free and nutrient-dense. You can find buckwheat flour at many grocery stores in the baking aisle, or purchase online.

I grind my own flour from buckwheat groats, but this recipe will work the same either way.

salt

any kind of salt will do, but I love sea salt.

real maple syrup

Be sure to use real maple syrup, not the sweetened pancake syrup. I like to get mine at Costco because it is much cheaper that way. Store any leftovers in the fridge!

honey

Any kind will do.

coconut oil

You can use any type of coconut oil. Some have a strong coconut flavor while others are more neutral; the jar will specify so just pick according to your taste. You could also use a sustainable palm shortening if you have a coconut allergy or prefer to use that.

mini chocolate chips

I like semi-sweet. You can also use regular-sized chocolate chips but I like the mini much better for this recipe.

Be sure to use vegan chocolate chips if you need this recipe to be dairy-free

HOW TO MAKE HEAVENLY HUNKS

If you have food processor, this recipe is SUPER easy, but if you don’t have one you can use a high-speed blender and a little bit of elbow grease. I’ve included step-by-step photos below to guide you through the process.

Full ingredients and instructions are in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Step 1: Grind Oats

In a large food processor, measure oats and process on high for 15-20 seconds.

Step 2: Add Coconut, Buckwheat Flour, & Salt

Add unsweetened shredded coconut, buckwheat flour, and salt. Process on high another 5 seconds.

PRO TIP: You can swap sorghum flour or brown rice flour for the buckwheat, although buckwheat is my favorite for flavor, nutrition, and texture.

Step 3: Add Liquid Ingredients

Measure real maple syrup, honey, and coconut oil into your food processor with the oat mixture. Process on high another 15-20 seconds until it is well combined. The mixture might seem a bit too soft, as seen in the photo, but it will set as you chill it.

Step 4: Stir in Chocolate Chips

Use a sturdy spoon or spatula to stir in the chocolate chips. Using the food processor will chop them into smaller pieces, so I like to stir them in.

Step 5: Press Into Pan

Line an 8×8 inch baking pan (I love these inexpensive Wilton pans) with parchment paper. Wadding the parchment paper into a ball using your hands will help it mold to the pan more easily.

Transfer the dough to the pan, then pack it down tightly.

Step 6: Top with Extra Chocolate and Flaky Salt (optional)

This step isn’t necessary, but does make for pretty bars that have a little extra pizzazz.

Press a few tablespoons of additional mini chocolate chips on the top, and sprinkle with a little flaky salt. Press down gently so it sticks to the top.

Step 7: Freeze and Cut

Put the pan of Heavenly Hunks in the freezer for 1-2 hours, until set. The bars should be firm.

Lift the Heavenly Hunks out of the pan using the parchment paper, then cut them into 25 squares (they’ll each be about 1.5 x 1.5 inches).

In the photo, I cut them into 16 squares which you can also do if you would like them to be a little larger.

HOW TO STORE COPYCAT HEAVENLY HUNKS

Store copycat Heavenly Hunks in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer. If you freeze them, just let them thaw in the fridge for a few hours before serving.

Keep them in the fridge, they’ll get a bit too soft if left at room temp for very long-they taste better straight out of the fridge!

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DIY Fruit Kebabs with Yogurt Dip

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HEAVENLY HUNKS COPYCAT RECIPE

I really think you’re going to love this recipe! These are my go-to when I want a sweet treat, but don’t want to feel like garbage after.

It’s also the perfect snack for my kids when they need something quick. I love keeping some in the fridge so my kids can grab them on their way out the door or when they get home from school. Even my toddler loves them!

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