Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tin with parchment paper.
Melt the Butter, Sugar, and Syrup: In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and golden syrup together. Stir continuously until the sugar has completely dissolved.
Combine Oats and Dried Fruit: Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the rolled oats and mixed dried fruit to the mixture. Stir well to ensure that all ingredients are evenly combined.
Gently Fold in Fresh Fruit: Carefully fold in the fresh fruit, being gentle to avoid crushing it. This step adds a burst of juicy flavor to your flapjacks.
Transfer to Baking Tin: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking tin. Use the back of a spoon to press it down firmly, ensuring an even layer.
Bake to Perfection: Place the tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the flapjacks turn a beautiful golden brown around the edges.
Cool and Cut: Once done, remove the tin from the oven and allow the flapjacks to cool completely in the tin. This is important for them to set properly. Once cooled, you can cut them into bars or squares.
Enjoy Your Fruit Flapjacks: Your delicious fruit flapjacks are now ready to be enjoyed! Whether for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, these fruity treats are sure to satisfy your taste buds.