Pumpkin Seed and Dried Cranberry Flapjack

A little sweet treat!

Story behind the recipe.

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Bowls of ingredients on a wooden surface, including butter, brown sugar, rolled oats, salt, dried cranberries, pumpkin seeds, and a green can labeled 'Golden Syrup'.

Ingredients.

Butter - 185g

Soft Brown Sugar - 125g

Golden Syrup - 90g (3 tablespoons)

Rolled Porridge Oats - 250g

Pumpkin Seeds -100g

Dried Cranberries - 100g

Salt - 1 pinch

Method.

.1.Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 180°C (350°F, Gas Mark

2.Prepare the Tin: Line a 20cm (8-inch) square baking tin with baking parchment.

3.Melt: In a saucepan, melt the butter, soft brown sugar, and golden syrup together over low heat until smooth and combined.

4.Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the oats, salt, ginger, pumpkin seeds, and dried cranberries.

5.Combine: Pour the melted butter mixture into the dry ingredients and stir well to ensure everything is evenly coated.

6.Transfer and Flatten: Transfer the mixture to the prepared tin and press it down firmly to create an even layer.

7.Bake: Bake for about 22 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.

8.Cool and Cut: Allow to cool in the tin before cutting into squares or bars.

A pot on a stove with bubbling liquid and herbs, possibly making a sauce or syrup, with a wooden spoon inside.
Cooking a mixture of oats, dried cranberries, and possibly nuts in a stainless steel pot on a stove.
Homemade granola bars topped with pumpkin seeds and dried cranberries

What could I have this with?

There’s something wonderfully satisfying about having a delicious homemade snack that fits right into your busy lifestyle or cosy moments at home. I've just had one with a cuppa, wrapped up in a blanket, watching the rain patter on the windows of my little cottage. These flapjacks are not just a treat; they're a versatile, wholesome snack, perfect for any time of day.

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