Yorkshire Parkin Sticky Oatmeal Gingerbread For Bonfire Night Recipe

Celebrate Bonfire Night (Guy Fawkes Night) with this authentic Yorkshire Parkin recipe! This deliciously sticky and dark gingerbread, a Northern England tradition, is packed with warming spices and chewy oats. Made without eggs (a Yorkshire Parkin purist's delight!), this recipe delivers intense flavour that deepens over time. Best enjoyed after 2-3 days for maximum stickiness, it's the perfect autumnal treat. Makes a wonderful bonfire night dessert or a unique gift. Freezes well too!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 75 mins

Calories 332.9 kcal

Protein 8g

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Ingredients for Yorkshire Parkin Sticky Oatmeal Gingerbread For Bonfire Night

Plain White Flour
Brown Sugar
Porridge Oats
2 tablespoons ground ginger
Crystallized Ginger
Butter
1/2 cup golden syrup (or light corn syrup)
1 cup black treacle (or dark molasses)
1 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda (baking soda)
Vinegar
Milk

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How to Make Yorkshire Parkin Sticky Oatmeal Gingerbread For Bonfire Night

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking tin.
In a large bowl, combine the oats, treacle, golden syrup, ginger, cinnamon, mixed spice, bicarbonate of soda, flour, and sugar. Mix well.
Gradually add the boiling water and oil, stirring continuously until a thick, sticky batter forms.
Pour the batter into the prepared tin and spread evenly.
Bake for 75 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs attached. The top will be slightly cracked.
Let the parkin cool completely in the tin before cutting into squares. For best results, let it sit for 2-3 days to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to become wonderfully sticky.
Store leftover parkin in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

83g

Fat

32g

Carbs

19g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Yorkshire Parkin Sticky Oatmeal Gingerbread For Bonfire Night?

Yorkshire Parkin Sticky Oatmeal Gingerbread For Bonfire Night takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Yorkshire Parkin Sticky Oatmeal Gingerbread For Bonfire Night?

Yorkshire Parkin Sticky Oatmeal Gingerbread For Bonfire Night has approximately 332.9 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 19 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Yorkshire Parkin Sticky Oatmeal Gingerbread For Bonfire Night?

The key ingredients for Yorkshire Parkin Sticky Oatmeal Gingerbread For Bonfire Night are Plain White Flour, Brown Sugar, Porridge Oats, Ground Ginger, Crystallized Ginger, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.