Mi Goreng Graduate: Scroggin Slice

Mi Goreng Graduate: Scroggin Slice

I’m sure we’re all familiar with the classic scroggin mix. A fuel-packed, lightweight, outdoor Kiwi staple. I find myself in a love-hate relationship with scroggin. Half the time it’s the perfect pick-me-up mid tramp; the other half it’s a depressing mix of sad raisins and soggy banana chips. Taking the best bits of a scroggin and oaty slice bar, this recipe hits 100% of the time! This slice is easy to make and travels well for all those nature based activities. As always feel free to swap up the add-ins for your favourite scroggin ingredients and enjoy! 

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup plain flour 
  • 1 cup oats 
  • ⅔ cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 tsp baking powder 
  • ⅔ cup choc chips 
  • ½ cup pretzels (broken up)
  • ¼ cup sunflower seeds 
  • ½ cup peanuts (make sure to get roasted & unsalted)
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • 150 g butter 
  • 4 Tbsp golden syrup
  • 1 egg 
  • 1 tsp vanilla essence 

Method 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180 degrees and prepare a slice baking tray with baking paper. 
  2. Place a small pot over a low heat and slowly melt together the butter and golden syrup. Once melted place to the side to let cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl combine the dry ingredients (flour, oats, sugar, baking powder, choc chips, sunflower seeds, pretzels, peanuts and cranberries.) 
  4. In a separate bowl beat the egg and vanilla essence. Once combined, add two tablespoons of the butter-golden syrup mix, stirring until combined.
  5. Making a well in the dry ingredients, add the wet ingredients. Mix until thoroughly combined. 
  6. Press the slice mix into the prepared tin, making an even layer. 
  7. Place into the oven for 25 mins or until golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven and cool for 10 mins before slicing. 

Store in an airtight container and enjoy some good fuel on those outdoor pursuits :)

This article first appeared in Issue 9, 2025.
Posted 10:35pm Sunday 27th April 2025 by Ruby Hudson.