Healthy Flapjack Recipe (Gluten Free, Sugar Free) (2024)

FAQs

Can diabetics eat flapjack? ›

Some people assume that products like flapjacks, cereal bars and wholemeal muffins are much healthier than they actually are. These products still contain high levels of sugar and fat – so check the labels before you buy.

They are not processed or ultra processed. They are natural and homemade, buttery, sweet and the most delicious ( kinda wholesome) treat. The fruit and seeds are a lovely extra but I make these plain more often than not.

Are flapjacks healthy? It really depends on the recipe. Some flapjacks are made from highly processed oats stuck together with butter and sugar, which makes them low in fibre and high in fat and sugar.

Pancakes made with low carbs options is one of the best breakfast for diabetes Type 2 people. These pancakes can be made with toppings of fresh fruits and sugar-free syrups. You can also try out buckwheat pancake mix and substitute white flour with almond, coconut, or any other flour that your body can digest well.

Made with high-calorie ingredients, such as sugar and butter, a flapjack can easily have as many as 500kcal per serving. If you are aiming to lose weight and you are looking for low calorie recipes, then those high-calorie recipes may not be suitable.

In the US, a flapjack is a less common way of saying "pancake"; in the UK, it's a chewy, sweet granola bar.

Flapjacks and muffins (such as blueberry) sound healthier than cake, but often aren't much better. A blueberry muffin has around 400kcal, while a jam doughnut has nearer to 250kcal. A 50g piece of flapjack will contain around 250kcal – 50kcal more than a piece of Victoria sponge of the same weight.

Flapjacks contain high levels of sugar, syrup and butter, meaning it shouldn't be mistaken as a food that has many health benefits but rather as a delicious treat to have in moderation.

Is butter gluten-free? ›

The short answer is that butter is naturally gluten-free, but there are some situations where you need to be careful. Any butter that has added flavorings could potentially contain some gluten. Plain butter is a safe bet, but if you're trying a new brand, it's always a good idea to check the label.

You can also call flapjacks "pancakes" — and when they're served with real maple syrup and berries, you can call them delicious! Other terms for flapjacks include "hotcakes" and "griddlecakes." They're thin cakes made from batter that's cooked briefly on both sides in butter or oil.

After five minutes cooling, press the flapjacks with something heavy and flat (this compresses them and stops them falling apart). Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares. They will keep for a week to 10 days in an airtight container and freeze really well.

Golden syrup is the chewiness activator in a flapjack recipe, so if you want extremely chewy results, add an extra half a tablespoon to this recipe, with 5g less caster sugar. When the flapjacks are pale golden and still very soft to the touch, remove them from the oven.

Maple syrup can be a delicious addition to your diabetes diet. However, it's important to remember that maple syrup – like other sugars – should be eaten in limited quantities. Talk with your diabetes healthcare team or dietitian about appropriate use of maple syrup in your diabetes diet.