Heavenly Hunks- The New Snack Everyone Is Talking About:
Heavenly Hunks:
Rarely does a recipe spark the collective imagination of food lovers when it comes to snacks and desserts, but Heavenly Hunks have been taking over kitchen tables everywhere thanks to their uniquely moist, chewy texture stained with melted bits of chocolate. Inspired by one of the most popular food trends on social media and among foodies, these goodies are a perfect blend in texture and taste providing that reslishing treat for your sweet tooth binge. Heavenly Hunks —You can throw these delightful hunks of greatness together in no time whether you are a baking master or just starting to learn your way around the kitchen.
The Origin of Heavenly Hunks:
Heavenly Hunks:
These deliciously crunchy morsels are often considered a cookie-bar hybrid, blending the best of both worlds into one irresistible snack. The recipe was initially a trend on social media among foodies celebrating its ease and flavor. Though their exact history is somewhat misty, Heavenly Hunks have become a fan favorite across America due to their delicious butteriness and chew.
Why They’re So Heavenly:
Heavenly Hunks:
So why are Heavenly Hunks so unique? It’s all in the recipe. They are not overly sweet or rich, but have the perfect texture that is chewy with a slight crisp to it along the edges. You can easily adjust the recipe to incorporate whatever mix-ins you like, and whip up a big batch that’s perfect for sharing.
Ingredients:
Heavenly Hunks:
Heavenly Hunks ingredients for making your own:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened: As the main ingredient in our delicious bars that delivers a rich flavor and soft bite.
- 1 cup granulated sugar: Because even with all the butter it needs to be sweet!
- One cup packed brown sugar: For richness and chew to the chunks.
- TO EGG: 2 large eggs — to bind ingredients together and give treats structure
- Vanilla (1 teaspoon): Adds warmth, a hint of sweetness to balance the tartness.
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour — The dominant dry ingredient responsible for creating the body of these hunks.
- 1tsp baking powder: makes the chunk breadies to light and fluffy.
- 1/2 tsp salt: To balance the sweetness, to bring out all flavors.
- If you love a little chocolate in every bite 1 cup of Chocolate Chips or Chunks
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional): For some extra crunch and taste if you like. Walnuts or pecans work well.
Instructions:
Heavenly Hunks:
1. Preheat and Prep:
First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). To ensure easy removal after they are set, line a 9X13-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Grease the parchment paper a little, so your hunks do not stick.
2. Cream the Butter and Sugars:
In a large mixing bowl cream the softened butter, granulated sugar and brown until light & fluffy using an electric mixer. This is an important step because it helps to add air into the batter and making sure your hunks have a great texture.
3. Add Eggs and Vanilla:
Add eggs, one at a time until mixed throughly Mix in the vanilla extract. You could then get the eggs as a binder to keep everything together whilst adding vanilla to boost taste profile.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients:
In a medium size bowl whisk the flour, baking powder and salt. On low speed, stir in the dry ingredients gradually and mix just until combined. Just try not to overmix, or you may end up with some tough hunks.
5. Fold in the Mix-Ins:
Gently stir in the chocolate chips or chunks and nuts (if using) with a spatula or wooden spoon. Mix-Ins Distributed Throughout Batter
6. Spread and Bake:
Pour the batter in an even layer into your prepared baking pan,,,scratch that- pour it haphazardly, get yourself a fish slice/ spatula and smoosh it around till its level. Place this in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
7. Cool and Cut:
Cool the hunks completely in the pan on a wire rack; use tbe parchment paper overhang to life them out. Cool and cut into squares or desired sized bars.
How to make the best heavenly hunks:
Heavenly Hunks:
Butter at Room Temperature: Softening the butter does make creaming it with sugar quicker so that makes a difference.
For the best recipes, it is advisable to use a kitchen scale for measuring your all-purpose flour and sugars. A lot of flour can make the hunks dry and crumbly.
Mix-In Variation: Try mixing it up and adding other dry fruit, coconut or for a spin add white chocolate chips.
Not Overbaking: Watch those bites as they bake. So overbake, and you will get dry hard treats. They should come out of the oven golden around the edges but still soft in t he center.
Serving and Storage:
Heavenly Hunks:
Heavenly Hunks are great both warm from the oven or on-the-go at room temperature. We can add them to any dessert table, put it in kids lunch boxes or enjoy the with our tea or coffee — a comfort snack.
Store: Hunker hunks in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage they can be frozen for no more than three months. Stack them between pieces of parchment or wax paper inside a freezer-proof container. Let thaw at room temperature prior to serving.
