Yorkshire Parkin
These delicious ginger flapjacks are the perfect blend of chewy, sweet, and spiced flavors. The combination of oatmeal, ginger, and treacle creates a treat that is both comforting and indulgent. Baking them low and slow ensures a perfect texture that stays soft and sticky on top. Enjoy these flapjacks as a cozy snack or dessert that gets even better with time as they mature in flavor.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 350g/12oz medium oatmeal
- 175g/6oz self-raising flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 175g/6oz soft brown sugar
- 175g/6oz butter
- 250g/9fl oz golden syrup
- 50g/2oz black treacle
- 2 free-range eggs
- 110ml/4oz milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 150C/300F/Gas 2 and line a small, deep baking tray with parchment paper. Combine the oatmeal, flour and ginger in a large mixing bowl.
- Melt the sugar, butter, syrup and treacle in a bowl in the microwave or in a saucepan over a low heat. Pour the melted ingredients into the flour with the eggs and milk and stir well.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking tray.
- Bake for 45 minutes until golden brown, but still soft and sticky on top. Reduce the oven to 130C/250F/Gas 1 and bake for a further 30 minutes until firm to the touch.
- Allow to cool, before tightly wrapping in cling film. Store for at least three to five days to mature.
Cook Time
2H
Prep Time
PT30M
Yield
Serves 6-8
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