Orange Chocolate Flapjacks
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
My favorite thing about these orange chocolate flapjacks is how quick and straightforward they are to make. In just 45 minutes total, you'll have a batch of chewy, buttery bars that taste like an indulgent treat but actually come together with basic pantry staples. The combination of zesty orange and rich dark chocolate is absolutely divine, and here's a bonus: the rolling oats provide wonderful fiber that keeps you satisfied longer. These are perfect for meal prep, packed lunches, or whenever you need something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 200 gall-purpose flour(null)
- 150 grolling oats(null)
- 100 gdark chocolate chips(null)
- 200 ggranulated sugar(null)
- 100 gbrown sugar(null)
- 50 mlorange juice(null)
- 20 gorange zest(null)
- 5 gsalt(null)
- 150 gunsalted butter(null)
- 2 nulllarge eggs(null)
- 1 mlorange extract(null)
- 2 gbaking soda(null)
- 1 mlvanilla extract(null)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350ºfF). Line an 18cm x 28cm baking tray with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a medium-sized tin to ensure even cooking.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for a quick and easy prep.
- 3
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Tip: Beat the eggs until well combined and smooth.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, baking soda, and salt.
Tip: Sift the dry ingredients for a smooth texture.
- 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- 6
Stir in the chocolate chips, orange juice, orange zest, orange extract, and vanilla extract.
Tip: Make sure to distribute the ingredients evenly.
- 7
Pour the batter into the prepared baking tray and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula to create a flat surface.
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Tip: Check the flapjacks after 20 minutes and cover with foil if needed.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
Tip: Use a spatula to carefully loosen the flapjacks from the tin.
- 10
Transfer the flapjacks to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Cut into squares or rectangles for easy serving.
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