Chewy, golden, and utterly irresistible, these Classic Oat Flapjacks are the ultimate homemade treat for snack time or a quick energy boost. Made with simple pantry staples like rolled oats, golden syrup, and light brown sugar, this recipe yields 12 perfectly portioned bars with a buttery richness and a hint of caramel flavor. With minimal prep time and just 25 minutes of baking, they’re an easy go-to for busy days or family baking sessions. The key to their signature texture is pressing the mixture firmly into the tin before baking, creating a slight crust on the edges while maintaining a soft, chewy center. Whether served as a lunchbox favorite or a delightful tea-time snack, these classic flapjacks are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) or 160°C (320°F) fan-forced.
Line a 20cm (8 inches) square baking tin with parchment paper, ensuring it covers the sides as well for easy removal later.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter, golden syrup, and light brown sugar over low heat, stirring occasionally until everything is well combined and smooth.
Remove from the heat and stir in the pinch of salt.
Add the rolled oats to the melted butter mixture and stir until the oats are evenly coated with the syrupy mixture.
Pour the oat mixture into the prepared baking tin, spreading it evenly and pressing it down firmly with the back of a spoon or spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges have turned a golden brown and the surface has a slight crust.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes.
Lift the flapjack out of the tin using the parchment paper, and place it on a wire rack to cool completely.
Once completely cool, cut into 12 squares or bars and serve.
Serving size | (625.4g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2727.0 |
Total Fat 124.4g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 65.5g | 0% |
Cholesterol 276.8mg | 0% |
Sodium 287.5mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 397.0g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 26.5g | 0% |
Total Sugars 231.2g | |
Protein 43.1g | 0% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 239.9mg | 0% |
Iron 12.1mg | 0% |
Potassium 1318.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories