
Butterscotch Flapjacks
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
These butterscotch flapjacks are my go to treat when I want something indulgent but still quick to pull together. With just 20 minutes of prep and 25 minutes in the oven, they're perfect for a busy weeknight craving. The oats are packed with fiber that keeps you satisfied, and honestly, the whole thing comes together so simply that even a beginner baker can nail it. Those butterscotch chips melting throughout create pockets of caramel goodness that make them absolutely irresistible. They're also incredibly affordable to make, which means you can satisfy your sweet tooth without breaking the bank.
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Ingredients
- 400butter
- 200 mlgolden syrup
- 300 gbrown sugar
- 250 goats
- 20 ggolden syrup powder
- 10 gsea salt
- 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
- 200 gbutterscotch chips
- 5 gbaking soda
- 100 gsalted butter
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350ºfF). Line an 18x18 cm baking tray with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large saucepan, melt the butter and golden syrup over low heat, stirring occasionally.
Tip: Monitor the temperature to prevent burning.
- 3
Add the brown sugar, oats, golden syrup powder, and sea salt to the saucepan. Stir until well combined.
Tip: Be careful not to burn the mixture.
- 4
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
Tip: Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning.
- 5
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and butterscotch chips until well combined.
Tip: Let the mixture cool slightly before proceeding.
- 6
Add the baking soda to the saucepan and stir until well combined.
Tip: Be careful not to inhale the baking soda dust.
- 7
Press the mixture into the prepared baking tray.
Tip: Use a spatula or your hands to press the mixture evenly.
- 8
Melt the salted butter in a saucepan over low heat.
Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- 9
Pour the melted butter over the flapjack mixture and use a spatula to spread it evenly.
Tip: Make sure to cover the entire surface.
- 10
Let the flapjacks cool completely in the baking tray before cutting them into squares.
Tip: This will help them set properly.
- 11
Cut the flapjacks into 8 equal-sized squares.
Tip: Use a sharp knife to get clean edges.
- 12
Store the flapjacks in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Tip: Keep them away from direct sunlight and moisture.
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