Why do my flapjacks fall apart?

There could be many reasons why your flapjacks may fall apart after baking. I find using Porridge Oats rather than whole jumbo oats results in a better product. Slicing them into bars while still warm can often cause them to fall apart. Packing the mixture down firmly in the baking tin before baking also helps.

Should flapjacks be soft when cooked?

Should Flapjacks Be Soft When Cooked? Yes, they will be soft when you first take them out of the oven – don’t worry, they are not undercooked! They will harden up a little bit as you leave them to cool – enough so that they are the perfect chewy texture without crumbling or falling apart.

How do you know when flapjacks are done?

For a soft and chewy flapjack, bake for about 20 minutes until a light-medium golden colour. Give it a bit longer if you prefer a crispy, well-cooked flapjack. Run a knife round the edge to release the flapjack, leave for 5 minutes, then mark into bars or squares.

Are rolled oats and porridge oats the same?

The main difference between porridge and rolled oats is their ingredients. Porridge is typically made of boiled grains that are mixed in water or milk and sometimes both. Porridge oats are usually crushed into a medium-sized granule resulting in a creamy or chewy dish. Rolled oats are steamed oat groats.

Why are my flapjacks so greasy?

Too greasy – this is trial and error with the butter and syrup ratios, I’ve found a lot of recipes have too much butter, also margarine doesn’t work! Too crumbly – oats too large or too many additions if you’re adding nuts and fruit etc, use the small cheap oats, or grind them with a pestle and mortar.

Why are my flapjacks oily?

How long does homemade flapjack last?

Store your flapjacks in the fridge to make sure they keep their shape. They will keep for about 10 days. You can also freeze flapjacks. Separate each slice with some greaseproof paper and freeze in an airtight container.

Can you overcook flapjacks?

Do not overcook. People who like flapjacks especially gooey should take them out of the oven just before they begin to brown. Waiting too long will result in hard flapjacks.

How do you rescue crumbly flapjacks?

The larger “jumbo” (old fashioned) oats tend to give a crumblier flapjack as they don’t seem to bind so well. If the mixture continues to be crumbly then you may like to increase slightly the amount of golden syrup in the mixture.

Why are flapjacks called flapjacks UK?

The word flapjack is believed to come from flipping, or “flapping,” the cake on a griddle.

How do you make flapjacks stick better?

With baking paper, I recommend greasing it with butter to stop the flapjack sticking to it. Pre-heat the oven to 180°C/350°F/gas mark 4. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over a low heat and stir in the sugar and syrup.

How can I make flapjacks with golden syrup?

Mary Berry recommends storing her flapjacks with a slice of bread to stop the flapjack bars from drying out and losing moisture. Lightly butter a roasting tin or shallow cake tin (about 20 x 30cm). Combine the butter, syrup, and sugar in a saucepan and heat gently until the ingredients have melted and dissolved.

How many flapjacks are in Delia’s birthday cake?

Happy birthday Delia! There has been a bit of toing and froing on this one, and a fifty-fifty split among our tasters. Some like them richer and very buttery, some like them drier and with a bit more crunch. I prefer the latter, but here you can make your own choice. This recipe is from Delia’s Cakes. Makes 16

What’s the best way to bake flapjacks?

Pressing the mixture down firmly before baking, and allowing them to cool completely in the tin before lifting them out also helps keep them from becoming tomorrow night’s crumble topping. National Trust recipe flapjack. Photograph: Felicity Cloake

How do you make Flapjacks from Porridge Oats?

Take the saucepan off the heat and stir in the porridge oats, mixing thoroughly. Now pour the mixture into the prepared tin and press it out evenly, using the back of a tablespoon or your hand.