• 125 grams butter, melted

• 3 tablespoons (60 grams) golden syrup

• 1 cup (100 grams) rolled oats

• 1 cup (200 grams) brown sugar, packed

• 1 cup (100 grams) desiccated coconut

• 1 cup (150 grams) self raising flour

• 1/4 cup chocolate chips (white, milk or dark), optional

1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees. Line 18 x 28 cm slice tin with baking paper.

2. In a large bowl, melt the butter and golden syrup in the microwave.

3. Once melted dump in the oats, brown sugar, coconut and flour. Mix well.

4. If it's dry add a tablespoon of water.

5. Press firmly into the tin, using the back of a dessert spoon.

6. If using chocolate chips stud over the top of the mixture.

7. Bake for 20-25 minutes.

8. Cool in the pan, then remove and cut into pieces.