Banana Date Flapjacks with Raisins and Cinnamon Recipe
These banana flapjacks are a delicious and wholesome snack or breakfast option, combining natural sweetness from bananas and dates with hearty oats, raisins, and flax seeds. Baked to golden perfection, they offer a chewy texture and comforting flavor, enhanced by aromatic cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Fruits and Sweeteners
- 2 bananas
- 150 grams dates
- 50 grams honey
- 100 grams raisins
Dry Ingredients
- 175 grams rolled oats
- 20 grams flax seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Liquids
- 100 ml water
Instructions
- Mash the Bananas: Peel and mash the bananas in a bowl until smooth and set aside.
- Prepare Date Paste: Chop the dates into small pieces and place them in a pan. Add the water and honey, then simmer gently for a few minutes until the dates soften and the mixture thickens into a paste.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the rolled oats, raisins, ground cinnamon, and flax seeds together evenly.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the mashed banana and the prepared date paste to the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and form a sticky, uniform mixture.
- Prepare Baking Tin: Line a 28 cm by 18 cm (11″ by 7″) tin or a similarly sized baking dish with non-stick parchment paper. Transfer the mixture into the tin, spreading and pressing it down evenly using a spoon or fork to level the surface.
- Bake the Flapjacks: Preheat the oven to 160°C (325°F, Gas Mark 3). Place the tin in the oven and bake for 20 to 30 minutes, until the edges begin to turn golden. To ensure even baking, rotate the tin halfway through the baking time.
Notes
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan option.
- Ensure to chop the dates finely for a smoother paste and better texture.
- Flapjacks can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Adding nuts like walnuts or almonds can add a nice crunch and extra protein.
