If you’re looking for the perfect flapjack recipe that’s chewy, buttery, and incredibly easy to make, this one delivers every time. Packed with wholesome oats and baked to golden perfection, these homemade flapjacks are ideal for lunchboxes, afternoon snacks, or a quick batch of classic British traybakes.

Whether you prefer your flapjacks soft and gooey or crisp around the edges, this simple recipe is a must‑try for anyone searching for easy oat bars or traditional UK baking.

Flapjacks

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Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Course Biscuits

Ingredients

  

• 100 g salted butter
• 75 g demerara sugar
• 3 tbsp golden syrup
• 175 g porridge oats
• 50 g plain flour

Optional

• 50 g sultanas

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 170°c / Gas 3. Line a 8 inch square tin with greaseproof paper.
• Melt the butter, sugar and golden syrup in a large saucepan over a low heat, stirring occasionally. Stir in the oats and flour until well combined. If using sultanas, these can be added now.
• Spoon the flapjack mixture into a baking tin and spread level. Bake for around 25-30mins or until light golden.
• Cut into squares while still hot and leave to cool for 5mins. Remove from the tin, separate and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight tin.