The Best Flapjacks Recipe
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This flapjacks recipe couldn’t be simpler. With just 6 ingredients, we achieve the most delicious sweet treats that are whipped up in under 30 minutes.
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Why this is a great recipe
For this flapjack recipe, you’ll probably already have the ingredients as they are classic cupboard staples. Personally I think flapjacks are super under-rated, so hopefully this recipe will remind you of how great they are.
Here are some other baking recipes to try; Nutella Blended Baked Oats (Tiktok Inspired), Healthy Banana Blueberry Muffins and Chocolate Chip Baked Oats
What equipment do I need for this recipe?
Another thing that I love about this easy flapjacks recipe is that it doesn’t require any fancy baking equipment.
All you’ll need is an 8 × 10 inch baking dish- to bake the flapjacks and a non-stick saucepan/frying pan to combine all the ingredients
Ingredients
Golden Syrup
It wouldn’t be a flapjack recipe without the unique sweetness that golden syrup provides. You can try substitutes either Maple syrup or honey, but to make the best flapjack recipe I’d stick with the golden syrup!
Salted Butter
I love the use of salted butter here – it doesn’t make the flapjacks salty, it just creates a nice balance and also allows you to taste the flavour of the golden syrup, brown sugar and ginger more. As they say, salt makes the flavours sing.
Rolled Oats
We use whole rolled oats here, we’re not going to throw them in the food processor, as I love the texture of the oats unblended.
See the recipe card for full information on all ingredients and quantities.
Try some other savoury recipes to go with the flapjacks : Chicken Goujons (Healthy and Homemade), Healthy Crustless Pizza Bowl and Dorito Taco Salad.
How to make this flapjacks recipe
Preheat oven to 180° degrees
- Start by adding the sugar and butter to a large non-stick frying pan and melt the butter on a low/medium heat (Image 1).
- Once the butter has melted and the sugar has started to dissolve, add the ground ginger, golden syrup and vanilla extract, while stirring continuously to mix together (Image 2).
3. Then fold the oats into the pan with the melted butter and stir until everything is incorporated (Image 3).
4. Grease and line a baking dish with parchment paper (mine was around 10 by 8 inches) (Image 4).
5. Pour the flapjack mix into the dish. Using a spoon to spread the oats and once evenly distributed, and then I used a large metal spoon to press the oats into place until firm. Pop in the oven for 15 minutes (Image 5).
6. Allow the flapjacks to cool down (around 5 minutes) before you cut into 16 pieces. Leave to cool completely and enjoy! (Image 6).
Tips and Tricks
- Opt for rolled oats instead of instant oats. Rolled oats provide a better texture and chewiness to the flapjacks.
- While golden syrup is traditional for flapjacks, you can experiment with other sweeteners like honey or maple syrup for a different flavor profile but I still love the golden syrup best!
- Once you’ve combined the ingredients, press the mixture firmly into the baking pan. This helps the flapjacks hold together and prevents them from crumbling.
- Let the flapjacks cool in the baking pan before cutting them into squares or rectangles. This allows them to firm up and hold their shape.
Try some other breakfast recipes : Chocolate Chip Banana Pancakes, Reese’s Pieces Peanut Butter Baked Oats and Purple Porridge
FAQs
Yes! All of the ingredients in this flapjack recipe are gluten-free.
Store in a sealed container at room temperature and enjoy within 2-3 weeks.
Leave to cool completely before slicing into 16 servings.
Yes you can! You can freeze the flapjacks for up to 3 months. I slice the flapjacks into squares and wrap individually before freezing to make it easier to defrost and enjoy a single serving.
Here are some other snacks for you to enjoy: Tiffin Cake, Chocolate Brownies and Chocolate Rice Cakes with Peanut Butter (Tiktok Recipe)
If you tried this Best Flapjacks recipe, it would be mean so much to me if you could leave a review & a star rating to let me know how you found it! I love hearing about your experiences – it motivates me to keep creating more and more recipes for you guys 💛 Let’s get cooking! – Mimi x
The Best Flapjacks Recipe
Ingredients
- 200 g salted butter (£1.45)
- 375 g rolled oats (£0.75)
Cupboard Essentials
- 4 tbsp golden syrup (£1.45/4)=(£0.36)
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 100 g brown sugar
- 1 tsp (level tsp) ground ginger
Method
Preheat oven 180 degree°
- Add the butter and sugar to a large non-stick frying pan. Heat on low/medium until melted.
- Once the butter has melted and the sugar begins to dissolve, add ground ginger, golden syrup and vanilla extract, stirring continuously to combine.
- Fold the oats into the pan and stir until everything is incorporated.
- Grease and line a baking dish (around 10 by 8 inches) with parchment paper and pour the flapjack mix into the dish. Use a spoon to spread the oats and once evenly distributed, use a spoon to press the oats into place until firm. Pop in the oven for 15 minutes
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes and then cut into 16 pieces. Leave to cool completely and enjoy!
Notes
- Choose rolled oats for improved texture and chewiness in flapjacks.
- Try alternative sweeteners like honey or maple syrup for a unique flavor, but golden syrup remains a favorite.
- Press the mixture firmly into the baking pan to enhance cohesion and prevent crumbling. Allow the flapjacks to cool in the pan before cutting into desired shapes for better shape retention.
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