Description
Sweet British flapjacks deliver a classic oat-based treat from United Kingdom bakeries. Caramelized golden syrup and butter bind rolled oats into chewy, delectable bars perfect for afternoon tea or casual snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 250 grams (8.8 ounces) quick-cook rolled oats
- 113 grams (4 ounces) unsalted butter
- 107 grams (3.8 ounces) brown sugar
- 112 grams (4 ounces) golden syrup
Dry Mix-Ins:
- 75 grams (2.6 ounces) mixed seeds of choice
- 75 grams (2.6 ounces) dried fruit of choice
Spices and Seasoning:
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage and a light greasing.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly combine oats, seeds, dried fruit, salt, and cinnamon until evenly distributed.
- Create a syrup base by melting butter, brown sugar, and golden syrup in a saucepan over low heat, stirring continuously until the mixture becomes smooth and fully integrated.
- Pour the warm syrup over the dry ingredients, mixing comprehensively to ensure every oat and add-in is completely coated.
- Transfer the sticky mixture into the prepared pan, using a spatula or flat-bottomed glass to compress and level the surface evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for golden-brown edges and a lightly caramelized center, indicating perfect doneness.
- Allow the flapjacks to cool completely for 1-2 hours at room temperature, then carefully lift out using the parchment paper and slice into 9 or 16 uniform pieces using a sharp bread knife.
Notes
- Add extra crunch by toasting oats and seeds in a dry skillet before mixing, which intensifies their nutty flavor and creates a more complex texture.
- Experiment with alternative sweeteners like maple syrup or honey for unique flavor profiles, keeping the same liquid-to-dry ingredient ratio.
- For gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free oats and replace traditional seeds with nuts like almonds or pecans to maintain structural integrity.
- Prevent sticking by ensuring parchment paper extends slightly over pan edges, making removal easier and preserving the flapjacks’ delicate structure.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Breakfast, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 196
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg