Sweet & Nutty Banana Flapjack
[British Kitchen] Simple Banana Flapjack for a Quick Breakfast or Snack
Feeling peckish between meals? Or perhaps too busy or uninspired to cook breakfast? Why not try making these Banana Flapjacks over the weekend and enjoy them one by one whenever you fancy? 😀 They’re wonderfully comforting and satisfying!
Ingredients- Rolled Oats 200g
- Self-Raising Flour 85g
- Dried Fruits 40g
- Chopped Nuts 25-40g
- Light Brown Sugar 70g
- Melted Butter 125g
- Golden Syrup 3 Tbsp
- 2 Mashed Ripe Bananas
- 1 Egg
- Cinnamon Powder 1/2 – 1 tsp
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Before you begin, it’s helpful to do a little prep work. First, chop your nuts and dried fruits into bite-sized pieces – this makes them easier to incorporate. If you can’t find self-raising flour, don’t worry! You can make your own by mixing 85g of all-purpose flour with 1 tsp of baking powder. Lastly, preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F).
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the 200g of rolled oats, 85g of self-raising flour, 70g of light brown sugar, and 1 tsp of cinnamon powder. Stir these dry ingredients together until well combined.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the 2 mashed ripe bananas, 3 Tbsp of golden syrup, 125g of melted butter, and 1 egg. Mix until you have a smooth, luscious batter. The natural sweetness of the bananas will really shine through here.
Step 4
Pour the wet banana mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently mix everything together until just combined. Now, stir in about two-thirds of your chopped nuts and two-thirds of your dried fruits. Transfer the mixture into your prepared ovenproof tin or baking tray, spreading it out evenly.
Step 5
Sprinkle the remaining nuts and dried fruits over the top of the flapjack mixture. Place the tray into your preheated oven at 160°C (320°F) and bake for 20-25 minutes. It’s a good idea to check around the 20-minute mark. Insert a skewer into the center; if it comes out clean, they’re done. If you like a deeper golden-brown color, like I do, you can bake for an extra 5 minutes.
Step 6
Once baked, carefully remove the flapjack from the oven and let it cool completely in the tin before cutting. Once cooled, slice into 8-12 portions. These delicious homemade flapjacks can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Enjoy this delightful and energizing treat!
