Don’t confuse them with pancakes — these British Flapjacks are chewy, buttery oat bars made with golden syrup, oats, and just a few pantry staples. They’re perfect for lunchboxes, afternoon tea, or a cozy snack with coffee. With a rich caramel flavor and soft bite, these traditional treats are easy to make and hard to resist!
🕒 Prep Time: 10 mins
🔥 Cook Time: 25 mins
⏱️ Total Time: 35 mins
🍽️ Servings: 12 bars
🔢 Calories per Serving: ~220
📝 Ingredients:
- 🧈 ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 🍯 ¼ cup golden syrup (or light corn syrup as a U.S. alternative)
- 🍬 ⅓ cup light brown sugar
- 🌾 2 cups rolled oats
- 🧂 Pinch of salt
Optional add-ins:
- 🍫 Chocolate chips, dried fruit, or chopped nuts
👩🍳 Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it well.
2️⃣ Melt Butter Mixture
In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter, golden syrup, and brown sugar together. Stir until fully combined and smooth.
3️⃣ Stir in Oats
Remove the pan from heat and stir in the rolled oats and a pinch of salt until evenly coated.
4️⃣ Press into Pan
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan. Press it down firmly and evenly with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
5️⃣ Bake Until Golden
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. For softer bars, bake closer to 20 minutes; for firmer bars, leave in for 25.
6️⃣ Cool & Slice
Let cool completely in the pan before slicing into bars or squares.
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- ✅ Authentic British treat made simple for U.S. kitchens
- ✅ Just 5 ingredients
- ✅ Great for make-ahead snacks or lunchbox treats
- ✅ Perfectly chewy and buttery
- ✅ Customizable with nuts, dried fruit, or chocolate
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