Christmas flapjack

Classic flapjacks with a touch of mincemeat for a festive feel.

  • Preparation Time5 mins
  • Cooking Time30 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
225 g porridge oats
170 g soft brown sugar
1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda
85 g plain flour
170 g melted butter
425 g jar mincemeat

1) Mix the oats, flour, sugar and bicarbonate together and then stir in the butter.

2) Press half this mixture into the base of a 30 cm x 17 cm x 2 cm tin. Spread the mincemeat over this and then carefully scatter the remaining mixture over the top.

3) Bake in a pre-heated oven 180 degrees C/gas 4 for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool before slicing into bars. Store in an air-tight container.

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