Flapjacks with 4 Ingredients
These easy, tasty flapjacks are made with coconut sugar, oats, and maple syrup, giving them a lower glycaemic index than traditional flapjacks. They’re vegan and can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free oats.
Takes 40 minutes
Serves 12
Ingredients
- 300 g jumbo oats
- 150 g vegan butter
- 50 ml maple syrup
- 125 g coconut sugar or brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the OvenPreheat the oven to 160°C (fan-assisted) or 180°C conventional.
- Prepare the Dry IngredientsIn a large bowl, combine the oats and coconut (or brown) sugar. Stir well to ensure even mixing.Create a ‘well’ in the centre of the dry ingredients.
- Melt the ButterGently melt the vegan butter over low heat until fully liquefied.
- Combine Wet and Dry IngredientsIn a separate bowl, mix the melted butter with the maple syrup.Pour the wet mixture into the well of the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined.
- Prepare the Baking TrayLine a 23 x 18 cm brownie tray with parchment paper.Add the flapjack mixture, pressing it firmly into the corners and flattening the surface with the back of a spoon to ensure it’s well compacted.
- BakeBake in the preheated oven at 160°C fan (or 180°C conventional) for 30 minutes, until golden and chewy.
- Cool and PortionRemove from the oven and allow to cool in the tray for 10 minutes.While still warm, cut into 16 squares or your preferred portion size. Leave to cool completely in the tray before removing.
- Store and EnjoyStore in an airtight container at room temperature. Although they’re best eaten within 7 days, they rarely last that long!
Nutrition
Calories: 212kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 102mgPotassium: 79mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 477IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg