Easy Healthy Flapjack Recipe

April 28, 2025

🕒 Ready in 40 minutes
(15 minutes prep · 25 minutes bake)

There’s something so comforting about a golden, chewy flapjack — especially when you know it’s made with simple, wholesome ingredients. Perfect for lunchboxes, after-school snacks or a little treat with your cuppa, these healthy flapjacks are a real winner for the whole family!

Ingredients

200g rolled oats
100g unsalted butter or coconut oil
100g honey or maple syrup
75g dried fruit (like raisins, cranberries or chopped apricots)
50g seeds (sunflower, pumpkin or chia work wonderfully)
1 ripe banana, mashed
1 tsp vanilla extract
A pinch of salt

Method

Preheat your oven to 160°C (fan) or 180°C (conventional) and line a small square baking tin (about 20cm) with baking paper.
In a small saucepan, gently melt the butter and honey (or maple syrup) over a low heat.
Remove from the heat and stir in the mashed banana and vanilla extract.
In a large bowl, mix the oats, dried fruit, seeds and salt.
Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until everything is well coated.
Spoon the mixture into the lined tin and press down firmly with the back of a spoon to level it out.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the top is just firm to the touch.
Allow to cool completely in the tin before cutting into squares or bars.

Serving Suggestions

Enjoy with a dollop of Greek yoghurt and fresh berries for breakfast.
Pop into lunchboxes alongside fruit for a balanced snack.
Drizzle with a little melted dark chocolate for an extra treat!

Storage Tips

Keep flapjacks in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Freeze them for up to 2 months — just thaw at room temperature overnight.

Easy Variations

Add a pinch of cinnamon or mixed spice for a warming twist.
Swap the banana for apple purée if you fancy a change.
Stir in dark chocolate chips or coconut flakes for a different flavour.

Why You'll Love These Flapjacks

Full of slow-releasing energy from oats.
Natural sweetness from honey, maple syrup, and fruit.
Packed with fibre and goodness from seeds and dried fruit.

FAQs

Can I make these flapjacks dairy-free?
Absolutely! Just swap the butter for coconut oil.

Can I make these gluten-free?
Yes! Just use certified gluten-free oats.

Tip

If you like a crunchier flapjack, leave them in the oven for an extra 5 minutes. Don’t be afraid to mix and match your add-ins — it’s a brilliant way to use up bits and bobs from the cupboard!