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    Home » Recipes » Baking

    Easy Maple Syrup Flapjacks Recipe

    Published: Jun 9, 2022 · Modified: Feb 9, 2023 by Beth Sachs · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases · 5 Comments

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    Easy maple syrup flapjacks! They're soft, squidgy, chewy, and oh so moreish!

    Swapping traditional golden syrup for pure maple syrup gives these delicious oat bars a unique sweet taste and crispier top! They really are the perfect tea time treat!

    A plate of maple syrup flapjacks with a glass of milk.

    They're one of my favourite quick bakes to make with the kids! Just 5 storecupboard ingredients are needed to whip up a batch!

    👩‍🍳 Love flapjack? Try my easy sticky date flapjacks too!

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    • ✔️ Why you'll love this recipe!
    • 🛒 Ingredient notes
    • 🔪 How to make maple syrup flapjacks
    • 💭 Expert tips
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🥡 Storage
    • ❓ Frequently asked questions
    • 😋 More easy flapjack recipes
    • Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ✔️ Why you'll love this recipe!

    • Quick and easy oat based bake.
    • Pantry staple ingredients.
    • Made in just 30 minutes!
    • Freezer-friendly.
    • Perfect for lunchboxes and picnics.

    🛒 Ingredient notes

    Ingredients for maple syrup flapjacks.
    • Maple Syrup - use a good quality pure maple syrup for the best flavour.
    • Butter - use unsalted butter.
    • Sugar - I use a combination of light brown sugar and crunchy demerara sugar for the best soft texture.
    • Porridge Oats - use ordinary rolled oats. Don't use jumbo oats as they don't absorb the melted butter mixture very well.
    A stack of maple syrup flapjacks.

    🔪 How to make maple syrup flapjacks

    The recipe card with ingredient quantities and detailed instructions can be found at the bottom of the post

    One: Melt the butter, sugars and maple syrup together in a heavy-based pan over a medium heat.

    Two: Mix in the rolled oats with a wooden spoon. Make sure all the oats are coated in the melted butter and syrup mixture.

    Three: Pour the flapjack mixture into a lined baking tin (20cm square) and pack down firmly with the back of a wooden spoon.

    Four: Bake in the oven for 25 minutes until light golden brown. Leave to cool for 10 minutes before scoring the top into bars with a sharp knife (be careful not to go all the way through it will still be very soft). Cool completely (overnight if possible) before cutting into bars.

    Step by step photo instructions for making maple syrup flapjacks.

    💭 Expert tips

    • Grease and line your baking tin with nonstick baking paper to ensure the flapjacks don't stick to the sides.
    • Use a large non-stick heavy-based saucepan to melt the butter, brown sugars, and maple syrup together. It must be large enough to mix the oats in.
    • Firmly pack down the flapjack mixture into the tin to ensure the bars stick together and don't crumble when cut.
    • Leave the flapjacks to cool completely in the tin before cutting (I always leave them overnight).
    • Pop the tin in the fridge to speed up the cooling process.

    📖 Variations

    • Add in 50g of chopped pecan nuts for maple and pecan flapjacks.
    • Drizzle the top of the maple syrup flapjacks with dark chocolate or white chocolate and sprinkle with sea salt for extra decadence.
    • Mix in dried fruit such as raisins and chopped apricots for a fruitier flavour.

    🥡 Storage

    Store: The flapjacks will keep in an airtight container for up to a week.

    Freeze: Freeze the maple syrup flapjacks for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.

    ❓ Frequently asked questions

    Can I use maple syrup instead of golden syrup in flapjack?

    Yes, the texture and taste will be slightly different but both work in this easy flapjack recipe.

    Why do my flapjacks fall apart?

    Use ordinary rolled porridge oats (not jumbo oats) and allow them to cool completely before cutting the flapjack into bars.

    Should flapjack be soft when it comes out of the oven?

    Flapjack should be soft when you first take them out of the oven. It will set once cooled into the perfect chewy texture.

    Flapjacks on a chopping board.

    😋 More easy flapjack recipes

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    • Chocolate Chip Flapjacks

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    Recipe

    Maple syrup flapjacks on a plate.
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    Easy Maple Syrup Flapjacks

    These easy maple syrup flapjacks are soft, squidgy, chewy, and oh so moreish!
    Course Baking
    Cuisine British
    Keyword maple syrup flapjack, maple syrup flapjacks
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 25 minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes
    Servings 16
    Calories 239kcal
    Author Beth Sachs
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    Equipment

    • Kitchen Scales
    • Measuring Spoons
    • Saucepan
    • 20 cm (8'') Square Baking Tin
    • Wooden Spoon

    Ingredients

    Metric - US Customary
    • 100 g Light Brown Sugar
    • 100 g Demerara Sugar
    • 250 g Butter
    • 5 tablespoon Maple Syrup
    • 350 g Rolled Oats

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 180°c (160fan/ 350F) and line a 20cm square baking tin with baking paper.
    • Melt the butter, sugars and maple syrup together in a heavy-based pan over a medium heat.
      100 g Light Brown Sugar, 100 g Demerara Sugar, 250 g Butter, 5 tablespoon Maple Syrup
    • Mix in the rolled oats with a wooden spoon. Make sure all the oats are coated in the melted butter and syrup mixture.
      350 g Rolled Oats
    • Pour the flapjack mixture into the lined baking tin and pack down firmly with the back of a wooden spoon.
    • Bake in the oven for 25 minutes until light golden brown. Leave to cool for 10 minutes before scoring the top into bars with a sharp knife (be careful not to go all the way through, it will still be very soft). Cool completely (overnight if possible) before cutting into bars

    Notes

    Expert Tips:
    • Grease and line your baking tin with nonstick baking paper to ensure the flapjacks don't stick to the sides.
    • Use a large non-stick heavy-based saucepan to melt your butter, brown sugars, and maple syrup together. It must be large enough to mix the oats in.
    • Make sure you firmly pack down the flapjack mixture into the tin, to ensure the bars stick together and don't crumble when cut.
    • Leave the flapjacks to cool completely in the tin before cutting (I always leave them overnight).
    • Pop the tin in the fridge to speed up the cooling process.
     
    Variations:
    • Add in 50g of chopped pecan nuts for maple and pecan flapjacks.
    • Drizzle the top with dark chocolate or white chocolate and sprinkle with sea salt for extra decadence.
    • Mix in dried fruit such as raisins and chopped apricots for a fruitier flavour.
     
    Storage:
    Store: The flapjacks will keep in an airtight container for up to a week.
    Freeze: Freeze the flapjacks for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.
     
    Nutrition:
    The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
     
    Nutrition Facts
    Easy Maple Syrup Flapjacks
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    239
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    9
    g
    14
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Sodium
     
    4
    mg
    0
    %
    Potassium
     
    115
    mg
    3
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    36
    g
    12
    %
    Fiber
     
    2
    g
    8
    %
    Sugar
     
    16
    g
    18
    %
    Protein
     
    6
    g
    12
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    8
    IU
    0
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    1
    mg
    1
    %
    Calcium
     
    43
    mg
    4
    %
    Iron
     
    2
    mg
    11
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Comments

    1. Danielle

      June 10, 2022 at 12:41 pm

      5 stars
      I added pecans to these and they came out just so delicious. Definitely a family hit!

      Reply
    2. Beth

      June 10, 2022 at 1:23 pm

      5 stars
      If there are two things I love in a breakfast, it's oats and maple. You just gave me a delicious breakfast to make tomorrow!

      Reply
    3. Toni

      June 10, 2022 at 1:26 pm

      5 stars
      These are so delish!! My family really enjoyed it!

      Reply
    4. Ieva

      June 10, 2022 at 1:28 pm

      5 stars
      Perfect! Found this recipe yesterday when I set off to make flapjacks and realised I had no honey or golden syrup left! This recipe saved me! Great texture and flavour! 🙂

      Reply
    5. Casey

      June 10, 2022 at 1:29 pm

      5 stars
      IDK if these are breakfast, dessert or an amazing snack, but they sure are delish!!!! Super easy to make, too!!!

      Reply

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