Best 5 Old Time Flapjacks Recipes

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In an era where convenience and processed foods dominate, there's something nostalgic and comforting about indulging in a classic breakfast dish like old-time flapjacks. These golden-brown, fluffy pancakes evoke memories of simpler times, when families gathered around the table for hearty meals. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, crafting perfect flapjacks is an art form that can be mastered with the right recipe and a little practice. As we embark on this culinary journey, let's explore the secrets behind creating the best old-time flapjacks that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ENGLISH FLAPJACK



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An English recipe. Very easy to make, and very delicious. Good for lunch-boxes too.

Provided by MISSRUSSELL18

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     English

Time 45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup butter or margarine
½ cup packed brown sugar
4 tablespoons golden syrup or corn syrup
3 cups rolled oats
¼ cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a saucepan over low heat, combine the butter, brown sugar and golden syrup. Cook, stirring occasionally, until butter and sugar have melted. Stir in the oats and raisins until coated. Pour into an 7 or 8 inch square baking pan. The mixture should be about 1 inch thick.
  • Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the top is golden. Cut into squares, then leave to cool completely before removing from the pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36.7 g, Cholesterol 24.4 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 75.3 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

BEST EVER FLAPJACKS



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Also known as Anzac Biscuits (in Oz/NZ). This is an old recipe of my Dad's, though I've know idea where it originated from. These are such simple and yummy flapjacks - Great for pot lucks or BBQ's, and a favourite with all the family.

Provided by Wendy-Bob

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 30m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 ounces butter
4 ounces demerara sugar
1 tablespoon golden syrup
8 ounces porridge oats (the Scotts type)

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to Gas Mark 4 / 180c / 350f.
  • Grease a 30cm x 20cm (11in x 7in) tin.
  • Melt the butter, syrup and sugar in a pan.
  • Stire in the porridge oats.
  • Spread evenly in the tin.
  • Bake for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.9, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 36.6, Sodium 100.3, Carbohydrate 28.4, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 12.3, Protein 3.8

FLAPJACKS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 25m

Yield about a dozen 4-inch wide pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more as needed
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 1/4 cups milk, at room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
  • In another bowl, beat the eggs and then whisk in the milk and vanilla.
  • Melt the butter in a large cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium to medium-low heat.
  • Whisk the butter into the milk mixture, add to the flour mixture, and whisk until a thick batter is just formed.
  • Keeping the skillet at medium to medium low heat, ladle about 1/4 cup of the batter onto the skillet, to make a pancake. Make one or two more pancakes, taking care to keep them evenly spaced apart. Cook, until bubbles break the surface of the pancakes, and the undersides are golden brown, about 2 minutes. Flip with a spatula and cook about 1 minute more on the second side. Serve immediately or transfer to a platter and cover loosely with foil to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.

OLD FASHIONED FLAPJACKS



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Been using this recipe for many years. It came from one of McCalls oldest cookbooks. ALWAYS use real maple syrup.

Provided by mewmew

Categories     Breakfast

Time 20m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups all-purpose flour (wheat can be used also or a combination of the two)
4 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat griddle so that a drop of water beads when dropped on it.
  • Combine dry ingredients.
  • Combine wet ingredients and beat well. (Do this quickly as the butter will tend to set up when it hits the cold milk).
  • Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients.
  • Mix but not too much. Batter will be slightly lumpy.
  • Drop a couple tablespoons for each pancake onto hot griddle and cook until bubbles appear in batter and bottom is golden brown.
  • Serve with real butter and real maple syrup.

SIMPLE BRITISH FLAPJACK



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This is a simple but tasty flapjack recipe from the UK that is very easy and simple to do for anyone of any skill, even kids. Flapjacks are a simple sheet cake with oats, sugar, golden syrup, butter, and raisins. [Recipe originally submitted to Allrecipes.co.uk]

Provided by kuppet

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     English

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup butter
3 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons golden syrup
2 cups rolled oats
5 tablespoons raisins
1 (5 ounce) milk chocolate, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly butter a baking pan.
  • Combine butter, sugar, and golden syrup in a saucepan over low heat. Mix until butter has melted and sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat. Add 2 cups oats and raisins. Mix until oats are well coated. Pour mixture into the prepared pan; flatten down with the back of a spoon.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown on top, 10 to 20 minutes. Let flapjack cool.
  • Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring after each interval, 1 to 3 minutes. Pour over the cooled flapjack. Let cool until chocolate is set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Cholesterol 34.8 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 101.6 mg, Sugar 19.7 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Make sure your griddle or pan is hot enough before adding the batter. This will help prevent the pancakes from sticking.
  • Pour the batter onto the hot griddle in a circular motion, starting from the center and working your way out.
  • Cook the pancakes for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  • Serve the pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings, such as butter, syrup, fruit, or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Old-time flapjacks are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a stack of fluffy, golden brown pancakes that are sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you like them plain or topped with your favorite ingredients, flapjacks are a classic comfort food that is always a hit.

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