15 best ever flapjack recipes (2024)

Anyone can turn a bowl of humble oats into something magical just with butter and a drizzle of golden syrup, but by adding a few other choice ingredients, you can take flapjacks to the next level. They're perfect for bake sales, coffee mornings or simply an afternoon pick-me-up.

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Our sensational traybakes are so versatile, the possibilities are endless. Whether you fancy layers of caramel and chocolate, spicy ginger or a traditional take, we have the perfect recipe.

For even more oaty ideas, check out our collection of flapjack recipes. Want a helpful step-by-step guide on how to make the perfect flapjacks? Check out our video demonstrating two terrific recipes.

1. Golden syrup flapjacks

You're just four ingredients and 30 minutes away from spectacular golden syrup flapjacks. This classic recipe is so adaptable, you can customise it with chocolate drops, desiccated coconut, sultanas or almost anything you like. Beautifully buttery, we guarantee they'll disappear in seconds.

2. Sticky plum flapjack bars

This recipe is so simple, kids can get involved with the weighing, mixing and measuring. Our sticky plum flapjack bars with mixed spice are the perfect autumnal treat. Use up a glut of plump fruit and indulge. Serve with cream, custard, ice cream or pack one into your lunchbox for a midday pick-me-up.

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3. Chocolate & caramel flapjacks

Try a different take on millionaire's shortbread with our . These easy sticky desserts are perfect bake sale material, or make a few to box up for a handmade edible gift. If you're a chocolate fan, these are a must-try. They're best made a day in advance to give the caramel time to set overnight.

4. Raspberry honey flapjacks

Using just five ingredients, these raspberry honey flapjacks are super easy to whip up for a mid-morning snack. Frozen raspberries work better than fresh here as they maintain their shape when baking.

5. Healthy flapjacks

Looking to reduce your sugar intake? Bake a batch of healthy flapjacks using dates and walnuts for a feelgood pick-me-up. These vegan snacks make the most of mashed bananas and dates as natural sweeteners.

6. Apricot, honey & pistachio flapjacks

Spend just five minutes in the kitchen mixing up a batch of our . These sophistiated squares use just six ingredients, including crunchy nuts and chewy dried apricots for extra texture. Resist diving into your dessert until it's fully cooled to make sure your slices stay whole. Try experimenting with different fruit and nut combinations to find your favourite.

7. Ginger flapjacks

Our ginger flapjacks are a little something special. Delicately flavoured with coconut and topped with a punchy layer of ginger, these are the ideal accompaniment to your afternoon cuppa. We use both ground and crystallised ginger to get a suitably spicy icing that balances the sweetness of the flapjack.

8. Coffee & walnut flapjacks

Coffee isn't just for cake! Try our decadent for a grown-up treat that's sure to please. Give this classic flavour combo a twist with a dense, sticky flapjack base and buttery icing. A shot of espresso in the oat mix adds an extra level of flavour. Top each square with a whole walnut for a professional finish.

9. White chocolate and raspberry flapjacks

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Treat someone to a batch of these . The flapjacks are studded with tart freeze-dried raspberries and creamy white chocolate chips, then topped with fresh berries and a thick layer of white chocolate.

10. Chocolate orange flapjacks

Use rich dark chocolate and light orange to make these fab flapjacks. Adding both the zest and the juice ensures a stronger, zingy flavour and a better consistency. Our chocolate orange flapjacks are a great weekend bake to enjoy with coffee at leisure. These chewy beauties are a surefire crowd-pleaser.

11. Lemon drizzle flapjacks

If you're partial to a slice of lemon drizzle cake, you'll love our lemon drizzle flapjacks. This simple flapjack is the dessert mash-up of our dreams and you can make it in just two steps. The sharp lemon curd icing pairs perfectly with the sweet oaty base. Ideal for slicing and sharing with friends at an afternoon tea.

Watch our video and learn how to make our next level lemon drizzle flapjacks.

12. Vegan flapjacks

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Flapjacks are often made with butter, but using dairy-free spread in this vegan flapjacks recipe means everyone can enjoy them. We've added chopped nuts and dried fruit, but use the vegan flapjack base as a starting point for vegan versions of any of these flapjack recipes but adding your own mix-ins.

13. Peanut butter & jam flapjacks

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Classic British flapjacks get an all-American makeover with this version. Get creative and use any flavour of jam you like, and swirl into the nutty base.

14. Carrot cake fridge flapjacks

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Perfect for a picnic, these carrot cake flapjacks have plenty going on. They're studded with nuts, seeds, cranberries and apricots, while the softened dates and honey add chewiness. A drizzle of cream cheese icing to finish gives that classic carrot cake feel.

15. Feelgood flapjacks

Our feelgood flapjacks use honey for sweetness and mashed banana and apple to bind everything together, so you can cut down on fat and refined sugar. These fruity bakes are packed full of texture and flavour. Add a teaspoon of cinnamon and a grating of orange zest for some extra spice and citrus flavour. They'll be demolished in minutes.

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15 best ever flapjack recipes (2024)

FAQs

Why do my flapjacks always fall apart? ›

Why do my homemade flapjacks fall apart? This can happen if you overcook or undercook your flapjacks. When you overcook a flapjack, the golden syrup dries out and it becomes crumbly. An undercooked flapjack will have a raw doughy texture that doesn't hold its shape.

Why are my flapjacks not fluffy? ›

Over mixing: Over mixing the ingredients can cause the gluten in the flour to become overdeveloped, which can make the flapjacks tough and crumbly. Over cooking: If you cook your flapjacks for too long, they may become dry and fall apart. Using too much dry ingredients: If you add too much dry ingre.

What is the English equivalent of flapjack? ›

You can also call flapjacks "pancakes" — and when they're served with real maple syrup and berries, you can call them delicious! Other terms for flapjacks include "hotcakes" and "griddlecakes." They're thin cakes made from batter that's cooked briefly on both sides in butter or oil.

Why is my flapjack not chewy? ›

Golden syrup is the chewiness activator in a flapjack recipe, so if you want extremely chewy results, add an extra half a tablespoon to this recipe, with 5g less caster sugar.

Why are flapjacks unhealthy? ›

Flapjacks contain high levels of sugar, syrup and butter, meaning it shouldn't be mistaken as a food that has many health benefits but rather as a delicious treat to have in moderation.

What happens if you put too much syrup in flapjacks? ›

For me, too much golden syrup makes them hard to bite through and dunking is simply not an option with flapjacks. Golden syrup can also make flapjacks sickly sweet. Cooking times and oven temperature are important.

How do I stop my flapjacks falling apart? ›

After five minutes cooling, press the flapjacks with something heavy and flat (this compresses them and stops them falling apart). Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares. They will keep for a week to 10 days in an airtight container and freeze really well.

Can you rescue crumbly flapjack? ›

If the mixture continues to be crumbly then you may like to increase slightly the amount of golden syrup in the mixture. There is also a fairly easily recipe based on the ratio of oats to other ingredients for flapjacks which may be worth trying if Soot's Flapjacks are not quite to your taste.

Should I cut flapjack hot or cold? ›

Do you cut flapjacks when they're hot or cold? Mary Berry suggests allowing the flapjacks to cool slightly before removing them from the tin and cutting them. I personally find it a bit easier to wait until they have cooled completely and hardened before removing them.

What is flapjack called in America? ›

In North America, Flapjacks and Pancakes Mean the Same Thing

Let's just get this out of the way first: here in the US, it's perfectly OK to refer to thin cakes made from batter as both pancakes and/or flapjacks.

What are flapjacks called in Canada? ›

In the United States and Canada, "flapjack" is a widely-known but lesser-used term for pancake.

What is a flapjack slang? ›

US, Canadian and New Zealand another word for pancake.

Can I use white sugar instead of brown in flapjacks? ›

Soft light brown sugar is preferable as it compliments the golden syrup and gives a lovely chewy finish to your Flapjack. But caster sugar can be used if it is all you have, just be preapred for a sweeter taste and crunchier texture.

What can I use instead of golden syrup in flapjacks? ›

Golden syrup – This gives the lovely sticky texture. You can replace it with honey if you prefer but it can be more unpredictable as honey is a natural product where the consistency varies. The flavour can also be quite strong. Brown sugar – Soft light brown sugar gives a good flavour but caster sugar will work too.

How do you know when flapjacks are done? ›

Press evenly into the baking tray and bake on a high shelf in the oven for 15 minutes. The flapjack will still feel soft. Leave to cool in the tray for 5 minutes and then lift the baking paper up and out of the tray to cool completely. Cut into bars and enjoy!

How do you make flapjacks hold together? ›

Put half the oats in a Nutribullet, blender or food processor and blend until they form a fine flour. This helps the flapjacks stick together so don't skip this stage. Put the butter, sugar, syrup and salt in a saucepan over a medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally until the butter has melted.

Should flapjacks be soft when they come out of the oven? ›

Press evenly into the baking tray and bake on a high shelf in the oven for 15 minutes. The flapjack will still feel soft. Leave to cool in the tray for 5 minutes and then lift the baking paper up and out of the tray to cool completely. Cut into bars and enjoy!

Does flapjack harden as cool? ›

Bake the flapjacks for 25 minutes for a chewy result or 30 minutes for a crunchy one, and in both instances until the mixture is set and golden. Leave to sit and cool for about five minutes, then cut into squares and leave to cool completely in the tin; the flapjacks will harden as they do so.

What to do with failed flapjack? ›

Use as a crumble topping for fruit, yogurt, ice cream. Or sundae - layers of fruit, yogurt and crumble.

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