A sweet treat and excellent snack with a hot drink, flapjacks are very popular within the UK. But are they healthy? Read on to find out if flapjacks are good for you.
What are flapjacks?
Flapjacks are sweet baked bars, made typically from butter, rolled oats, sugar and golden syrup. They can also include other ingredients and toppings, such as chocolate, nuts, seeds and dried fruit, and are quite similar to a granola bar in this respect.
Are flapjacks healthy?
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. However, some lower-calorie variations definitely exist, containing less sugar and butter, which would be better to eat more regularly (while still eating in moderation). Whatever type you get, it can still absolutely be incorporated into a balanced diet.
A flapjack (also known as a cereal bar, oat bar or oat slice) is a baked bar, cooked in a flat oven tin and cut into squares or rectangles, made from rolled oats, fat (typically butter), brown sugar and usually golden syrup.
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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.
A flapjack contains about the same amount of calories as a chocolate bar, and although they may be more nutritious (because of the fibre and vitamins from oats and dried fruit), flapjacks should still be kept as an occasional treat. Get your oats from porridge made with low-fat milk instead.
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Containing 9g of protein, these flapjacks make for an easy, healthy breakfast option or delicious vegan snack that keeps you feeling fuller for longer.
Oats are the primary source of protein in flapjacks. They are also high in fibre and carbohydrates, which makes them an essential ingredient for vegans and non-vegans alike.
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.
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.
Protein is an essential nutrient for muscle repair and growth, and by including a substantial amount of protein in these flapjacks, they can support your muscle-building efforts when combined with regular strength training.
Food high in protein, fibre and fat is slower to digest and should be timed accordingly. A pre-workout snack like a protein flapjack, however, takes less time to digest and can be eaten an hour or even 30 minutes before training without any negative effects.
What is the difference between Flapjacks and Granola bars? Like flapjacks, granola bars are made from oats but often have less oats and more other added ingredients like dried fruits and nuts. A flapjack is also traditionally slightly more chewy and soft to eat than a granola bar.
Needless to say this iconic culinary symbol of Americana, with all its blood-sugar spiking super powers, is something to stay away from for those trying to limit daily carb intake. It can also be downright dangerous for diabetics.
American and Canadian pancakes (sometimes called hotcakes, griddlecakes, or flapjacks) are usually served at breakfast, in a stack of two or three, topped with maple syrup or table syrup, and butter. They are often served with other items such as bacon, toast, eggs or sausage.
While flapjacks is an informal nickname for pancakes, some people may use the terms hotcakes and griddlecakes to refer to specific types of pancakes. In the UK, the word flapjack refers to something entirely different—a baked good made from oats that resembles a granola bar.
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