My Granny's Oat Crunchies

A quick and easy afternoon treat, upgraded with wholesome ingredients – crunchy, comforting, and packed with goodness.


Ingredients


Dry Mix:

  • 2 cups rolled oats (or substitute 1 cup rolled oats + 1 cup buckwheat flour)

  • 1 cup cake wheat flour (stoneground)

  • 1 cup brown cane sugar

  • 1 cup desiccated coconut

  • ¼ cup mixed seeds (e.g. sunflower, sesame, pumpkin, flax)

  • ¼ cup chopped nuts (e.g. almonds, brazil nuts, macadamia nuts)


Wet Mix:

  • 250g butter

  • 1 Tbsp maple syrup

  • 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda


Method

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line or grease a baking tray or dish.

  2. Mix all dry ingredients in a large bowl: oats, flour(s), sugar, coconut, seeds, and nuts.

  3. Melt the butter and syrup gently in a small saucepan over low heat.

  4. Once melted, stir in the bicarbonate of soda – it will foam slightly. Quickly pour this warm mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well until fully combined.

  5. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish using the back of a spoon or your fingers.

  6. Bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until golden brown.

  7. Remove from the oven and cut into squares or bars while still soft and warm.

  8. Allow to cool completely in the tray before separating and storing.


Storage Tips

  • Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

  • Avoid moisture and heat to keep them crisp for up to 10 days.


Optional Additions & Swaps

  • For extra chewiness: Add 2–3 Tbsp raisins or chopped dates.

  • For a lighter option: Reduce sugar to ¾ cup or swap with coconut sugar.

  • To make it dairy-free: Substitute butter with coconut oil.

  • To spice it up: Add ½ tsp cinnamon or cardamom or mixed spice.

  • To boost fibre: Add 1 Tbsp chia or hemp seeds.

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