These Healthy Flapjacks are not only vegan and gluten-free but also oil-free. Perfect for breakfast, a snack and even dessert – that’s how delicious they are! They can be baked for a crisp and chewy texture or simply chilled in the fridge for a bite that’s more fudgy – the possibilities are endless with this cereal bar, no kidding! You can even break them up into chunks and have them with milk if you’re more of a cereal person.
I literally grew up on flapjacks – when I wasn’t making them at home, my dad would be buying a copious supply so there would always be a stash of these individually wrapped oat bars somewhere in the house. They were usually topped in chocolate or studded with dried fruit or nuts, but I preferred just the plain old simple golden syrup ones. They were so huge however, that just after one I would normally feel a little sick – didn’t stop me from eating a whole one each time though!
They’re actually not so different to granola bars, other than the soft, fudgy, chewy texture rather than them being crispy. As always, I like to overindulge on snacks so these are a healthier version so that I can eat more, obviously! But feel free to mix them up a little as you like – I’ve even got some of my favourite flavour combinations below you might like to dabble in.
I’ve drizzled mine here with some leftover icing I had, but if you want to go all out with an amazing frosting, I would recommend the one I use in my creamy Mole Cake.
Questions about Healthy Flapjacks
How to make Healthy Flapjacks
To make Healthy Flapjacks, almonds, walnuts, gluten-free oats and chia seeds in a bowl. Pour in maple syrup and vanilla extract and mix until no loose or dry parts remain. Transfer to a square tin lined with greaseproof paper and bake for 20-25 minutes or chill in the fridge for an hour.
What are flapjacks?
Flapjacks are a type of cereal bar from Britain made with oats, butter and syrup which are typically baked and exhibit a chewy texture. They are very different to American flapjacks which are in fact a type of fluffy griddle cake or pancake. This recipe is for British flapjacks, just to avoid any confusion!
How to store healthy flapjacks
To store flapjacks, place in an airtight container, either in or out of the fridge for up to 2 weeks. In the freezer, flapjacks can last up to 3 months in an airtight container or ziplock bag.
Flapjack Flavour Combinations
- Peanut butter jelly
- Chocolate chip and peanut butter
- Tahini, cranberry and white chocolate
- Cinnamon and pecan
- Almonds and apricots
Flapjack Substitutions
- Maple syrup can be replaced with other syrups or sweeteners. If replacing with sugar, nut butter or oil will need to be added as the wet ingredient
- Nuts and sseds can be replaced with other ingredients – refer to flavour combinations above
These Flapjacks are…
- Chewy
- Soft
- Nourishing
- Simple
- Quick and easy
- Available as a no-bake option
- Made with 6 ingredients
- Dairy-free
- Gluten-free
- Vegan
- Plant-based
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Healthy Flapjacks Recipe
Healthy Flapjacks
Ingredients
- 1 cup almonds
- 1 cup walnuts
- 2 cups gluten-free oats
- 3 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 85 ml maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 170°C.
- Combine oats, nuts, chia seeds and stir well.
- Add the maple syrup and vanilla extract and mix until no dry, loose parts remain.
- Place in 20 x 20cm tin lined with greaseproof paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or alternatively, refrigerate for 1 hour.
Notes
- Maple syrup can be replaced with other syrups or sweeteners. If replacing with sugar, nut butter or oil will need to be added as the wet ingredient
- Nuts and seeds can be replaced with other ingredients such as chocolate chips or dried fruit
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