Flapjack
A flapjack is a sweet, baked bar made primarily from rolled oats, butter, brown sugar, and golden syrup, originating from the United Kingdom. Unlike the American pancake of the same name, it has a dense, chewy texture and is typically cut into squares or rectangles.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Flapjacks are a high-energy food, being very high in carbohydrates and fats due to their butter and sugar content, while providing some fiber from the oats. A single, standard-sized flapjack can contain roughly 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 4.5 g |
| Carbs | 38 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Sugar | 20 g |
| Sodium | 95 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Calcium | 45 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Zinc | 1.2 mg |
| Manganese | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15 mg |
Per 1 bar (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The name 'flapjack' has a fascinating linguistic journey, originally meaning a flat cake or pancake in the 16th century before becoming associated with this specific oat bar in the UK. Nutritionally, while often considered a treat, the oats do provide a source of soluble fiber, which can help sustain energy release.
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