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Crazy good treats
Michelle W.

I've had the pleasure of being in a virtual Yelp event with Cindy teaching us her insanely rich and chewy triple chocolate brownies recipe and chocolate ganache. When I saw that her company delivers nationwide, I knew I NEEDED some to help me cope with this pandemic. I ordered the Hungry Monkey Sweet Treat sampler and they were here lightening fast! The goodies were packaged with care and came with a sweet note from Cindy. They even survived the Texas heat. I have already tried the triple chocolate brownie, chocolate chip banana bread and chocolate chip macaroon already. Everything was so delicious and moist. Definitely baked with love and quality ingredients were used. I agree with the sticker on these goodies. They are crazy good!!! Definitely will make an awesome gift to brighten someone's day. I know these goodies made my day and night! Yum.

Yea!! Brownies and Banana Bread!!
Gerry T.

Thank you Angela and Cindy, once more for this treat!! With great anticipation, I tracked the order and I finally received the text that it had been delivered, so I rushed to my front door and wala - chocolate brownies and chocolate chip banana bread!! I warmed up each item for about 10 seconds and gosh, both are so good with either a cold glass of whole milk or a hot cup of coffee. The brownies are very rich and thick while the banana bread is very soft and moist and of course - chocolatey. I will keep Hungry Monkey in mind when it comes to fulfilling my chocolate fix. Merci beau coup!!

Chocolate Lovers gift box $32 on 9/18/2020. Owner gifted me coconut macaroons to try!
Sandra L.

So I thought my favorite cake from The Hungry Monkey was their carrot cake, but it's actually their apple cinnamon streusal cake! Don't get me wrong, I LOVED everything that I ordered and tried, but I do have some favorites! I like cinnamon treats and the apple cake streusal has just the perfect amount of cinnamon where I can taste it in every bite without being overwhelming. The apples are evenly distributed throughout the cake and it was so so moist! The streusal topping just ties it all together and gives it added textures and flavor! I highly recommend trying this one! Don't forget the brownies too, they're also my favorite! Cindy, the owner, graciously sent me a pumpkin tea bread and another chocolate chip banana nut bread since there was a mix up with my first order and I am so thankful she did! It was crazy hot in California when my first order arrived and I believe the treats sat in the heat for a while because the choco. chip banana bread wasn't that moist the first time. This time around, the banana bread was bouncy and moist! Yum!! The pumpkin bread is such a perfect treat for the fall especially if you're looking for a moist pumpkin bread!

Handwritten note accompanying my order.
Marilu F.

I must preface with the fact that I never do this. What don't I ever do? Write a review immediately after receiving a product - that's what! Somehow, though, I cannot resist with this. You see, I found out about The Hungry Monkey Baking Company about a month or so ago through a virtual Yelp event. I participated in it and made these gooey and super infused with chocolate brownies. To add to this, I added ganache, and that was so rich, lovelies, that next time I will pass on it. I love me some chocolate, but I do have my limits. That being said, Cindy was the hostess for this event and I just adored her recipe, and more so, her life story. She just oozes a sort of positive energy on screen. I knew at some point I would order from her, the only question was when. Well, when ended up being last Sunday, and well, it's Thursday and I just got my order, so can you say lightning fast speed, considering my treats came from the Chicago area all the way down to the Miami area? WHOA BABY. My adventures stalking UPS and anxiously waiting for these trio of chocolate chip banana breads aside, I loved the packaging and the handwritten note. You can definitely tell a lot of TLC is put into these products. As for the trio of chocolate chip banana breads I ordered, yes, they're basic compared to the variety of goodies Cindy has on her site, but they're downright delicious. I ordered this trio, hoping to give one to my dear friend, Sergio F. (who sadly I didn't give brownies to as my refrigerator totally made my brownies go bad way too soon), and one as well to my boyfriend's sister-in-law who is a real sweetheart. The last one is for me, and well, for whomever I may love to give a bit of a piece to. I'm not being greedy, I swear. I ate a bite upon arrival and it was beyond fresh. The breads were perfectly sealed and just so heavenly for anyone who appreciates a good chunk of chocolate. I'm way excited to give these to my loved ones, but more so, I'm excited to eat more (when my stomach permits, of course). I am now quite curious about other treats, and well, given all my raving about this, I have no doubt I will place another order at some point and/or get people in my life to order from Cindy, too!

The note I wanted to be sent out to my sisters and mom
Rabia J.

Recently I was introduced to this company by a virtual yelp event. The owner Cindy was awesome in explaining brownies to us. I decided to buy some desserts from this Chicago based small business after the class. And totally encourage you to buy from it too because Hungry Monkey Baking Company has the best banana breads, tea cakes, brownies, and so many other desserts. My family loved the package that was sent. They deliver anywhere to the U.S and it's convenient. Plan to use this great desserts option in the future too. The prices are extremely reasonable and the creative little dessert bundles are wonderful. The owner is a sweetheart and pleasure to talk to, so if you have questions before your order get in connect with her. Her Instagram handle is: hungrymonkeybaking Website- hungrymonkeybaking.com Highly recommend trying these tasty treats for yourself and as gifts.~

Stella W.

The brownies are like the perfect creation of brownies and fudge! So dangerously addictive! The chocolate chip banana bread is equally delicious! My husband normally doesn't like sweet but love banana couldn't stop eating them. They pair really well with ice cream and/or coffee :) Thank you Cindy!

Sam M.

We have ordered from Hungry Monkey. My wife Rabia loves supporting small businesses. And ordered from here after discovering this phenomenal dessert company from a virtual Yelp event. The owner did a demonstration brownie session for yelpers. Also values her customers and is communicative when you order from her. I've tried the brownies, cake, banana bread and more. All these baked goods are delicious. And they stay good for a few days. Hungry Monkey baking co is out of IL state but they deliver around the USA. It's a great idea for sending these yummy treats around the holiday time, bday celebrations and more. Plus just to treat yourself. Highly recommend them, loved everything I ate. In one sentence: Support a small business and eat some delicious treats.

Christopher H.

I would like to give a shout out to my good friend Britt C, a fellow yelper, for sending us a tasty housewarming gift from The Hungry Monkey Baking Company in Lake Forest, Illinois. We got triple chocolate brownies, chocolate chip macaroons, cinnamon apple streusel cake, pumpkin tea bread, and last but definitely not least, crazy-good carrot cake. While we live in California, the goodies were neatly packaged as if I picked them up from the store! Give this place a shot at curing that sweet tooth! Also, I'm normally not a fan of macaroons, but the chocolate chip macaroons from Hungry Monkey Baking Company were so good! Thanks!

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They make the best chocolate chip banana bread and pumpkin bread! You can find them at Sunset Foods.

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So delicious! I dare anyone to take just one bite. I love the banana bread and brownies.

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Food and service are five stars all around! The brownies will have you coming back for more!

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The best!! Love the classic chocolate chip banana bread and the chocolate brownies are to die for!

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Thank you VERY much! We are thrilled you enjoy our products!! Yay!!

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