Mary Berry's 'easy' 30 minute recipe for 'the best flapjacks ever'

Beloved British baker, and television presenter, Mary Berry, has recently released a flapjack recipe that has quickly become a crowd-pleaser, with bakers raving it's "the best ever."

This simple yet delicious recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it the perfect treat for any time of day. With a sweet, buttery base and a soft centre, these flapjacks are irresistible.

Flapjacks are made with readily available ingredients like oats, butter, sugar or syrup, and can be customised with various additions like nuts, dried fruit, or chocolate.

Many people associate flapjacks with childhood memories and school lunches, making them a nostalgic and comforting treat for all the family to enjoy.

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Ingredients:

• 150g butter, cubed, plus extra for greasing

• 150g muscovado sugar

• 150g golden syrup

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 225g rolled oats

Method:

Prepare the Tin: Grease an 18cm (7in) square baking tin with butter and line the base with baking paper.

Melt Ingredients: In a saucepan, gently melt the butter, sugar, and golden syrup over low heat until the butter has melted and the sugar dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Combine with Oats: Add the rolled oats to the melted mixture, stirring until well combined.

Bake: Spoon the mixture into the prepared tin, leveling the top. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C/160°C fan/Gas 4 for about 30 minutes, or until firm around the edges but still slightly soft in the center.

Cool and Slice: Allow to cool in the tin for about 20 minutes, then turn out, remove the baking paper, and cut into 24 pieces.

Additional Tips:

• For a firmer texture, consider adding more oats as Sue W suggests.

• Ensure not to overbake; the flapjacks should be slightly soft in the center for the ideal chewy consistency.

Bakers have shared their experiences with this recipe -

One commenter said: "The best flapjack ever!! And so easy to make."

Another added: "Delicious flavour and very simple to make".