- 150 g unsalted butter
- 80 g (¼ cup) golden syrup
- 120 g (⅔ cup) brown sugar
- pinch of salt optional
- 300 g (3 cups) quick cooking oats see notes
- 250 g milk chocolate
- 1 tbs coconut oil optional
Preheat oven to 150 degrees celsius (fan-forced). Grease and line a 20cm (8 inch) square cake tin with baking paper. Set aside. Place the butter, golden syrup, brown sugar and salt into a microwave-safe bowl. Melt on 50% power for 4 minutes (stirring every minute). If using a Thermomix: Place the butter (chopped), golden syrup, brown sugar and salt into the Thermomix bowl and melt for 4 minutes, 50 degrees, Speed 2. Add the quick oats and stir until all of the oats are coated. If using a Thermomix: Add the oats and mix for 10 seconds, REVERSE, Speed 2. Scrape down the sides and mix for a further 10 seconds. Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking tin.
Bake for 30 minutes or until golden on top. Note: the mixture will still be soft, however, it will firm up as it cools. Allow to cool completely.
Place the milk chocolate and coconut oil (optional) into microwave-safe bowl. Melt for 3 minutes, 50% power or until just melted (stirring every 30 seconds). If using a Thermomix: Place the chocolate and coconut oil (optional) into a clean and dry Thermomix bowl. Melt for 3 minutes, 50 degrees, Speed 2. Pour the melted chocolate over the slice. Place into the fridge for a minimum of 1 hour before cutting into pieces.
RECIPE NOTES & TIPS
- If using salted butter, omit the pinch of salt.
- If you don't have a microwave, you can melt the butter, golden syrup, brown sugar, and salt in a saucepan over low heat.
- For an extra chocolatey treat, add some chocolate chips to the mixture before pressing it into the tin.
- These flapjacks are best stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
- Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Add extra toppings like chopped nuts or shredded coconut.
- You could also use dark chocolate or white chocolate in this recipe.
Calories: 214kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 187IU | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg