A chewy flapjack made with oats, dark chocolate, dried pineapple. Suitable for dairy-free and vegan diets.

 

Chewy Pineapple, Banana and Chocolate Flapjacks

The pineapple, banana and chocolate flapjacks are a great energy boasting snack perfect to enjoy when you are out walking.

On Sunday we planned a trip to our local country park with my friend Louise and her dog Murphy, a golden lab. We're determined to socialise our puppy as much as possible and my son was super excited to see Murphy again.

Didn't I tell you we have a puppy? 

He's an English Springer Spaniel. He's just over three months and mad as a hatter.



Also try my Caramel Banana Filo Hand Pies

Flapjacks

I made some flapjacks in the morning before we set off.

Flapjacks are a traditional Scottish bake and the perfect snack for a walk as they're easy to pack and carry.

Oaty flapjacks give you a much needed burst of energy, plus they are quick to make, which is always a good thing.

If you have leftover dried pineapple or just want to make your own, try out this recipe from my friend Kavey for Lemongrass & Coconut Ice Cream with Dried Pineapple.

also try Scottish Oaty Walnut and Raisin Flapjacks

Vegan Flapjacks

I made this batch of flapjacks vegan, so Graham could have some, even though he was staying home to work.

I used dairy free margarine and maple syrup instead of butter and honey.

I also decided to add some dried pineapple into the mix as I had a few bags of Urban Fruit leftover from another recipe.

I chopped them up with scissors, which was far easier than chopping them with a knife.

These flapjacks were so good and just what we needed.

The walk started off great and both dogs were really well behaved.

We had such fun and the flapjacks were happily scoffed. Unfortunately the weather deteriorated into a cold drizzly sleet, so we all went home wet, muddy and freezing.

I hope you try these flapjacks for your next walk.

For more Scottish recipes have a look at my recipe index of Scottish Recipes for Vegans and Vegetarians

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More Flapjacks to Try

• Chocolate and Banana Flapjacks
• Scottish Carrot, Banana and Chocolate Flapjacks
• Scottish Fresh Blueberry Flapjacks
• Peanut Butter and Dark Chocolate Flapjacks
• Scottish Banana, Coconut and Chocolate Chip Flapjacks
• Scottish Oaty Walnut and Raisin Flapjacks

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Yield: 12 flapjacksAuthor: Jacqueline Meldrum

Pineapple, Banana and Chocolate Flapjacks

Chewy moist oat flapjacks made with oats, dark chocolate, dried pineapple, maple syrup and banana. Suitable for vegans

prep time: 12 minscook time: 20 minstotal time: 32 mins

ingredients

• 100g/¼ cup dairy free margarine
• 5 tbsp Maple Syrup
• 315g/3½ cups porridge oats
• 1 large banana, mashed
• 100g dried pineapple, chopped
• 100g dark chocolate, broken into small chunks

instructions

1. 
   

   Preheat oven

   
   

   to 160c/140c fan/gas mark 3 and line a brownie pan or baking tray with

   
   

   greaseproof paper. I like to use foil backed parchment as it

   moulds to the pan nicely and is less fiddly.
2. In a small pan melt together the margarine. Let it cool a little then stir in the mashed banana and maple syrup
3. Measure the oats into a large bowl, mix in the pineapple and chocolate.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the oats and stir until well combined. If the mixture seems a little wet, you may add more oats.
5. Pour the mixture into your prepared pan and press down with the back of a spoon until even.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden, but slightly springy to the touch. Leave to cool in the pan. 
7. Cut into 16 squares.
8. Enjoy!

calories

124

fat (grams)

7.5

sat. fat (grams)

2.9

carbs (grams)

14.1

protein (grams)

0.8

sugar (grams)

11.3

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