
In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients.
Combine the butter, syrup and bicarbonate of soda and melt in the microwave or on the stove top.
Mix melted butter mixture into the dry ingredients and combine well. Kids love to get their hands into this mixture.
Press the mixture into a greased tin, about 25cm x 25cm square or a rectangular casserole dish. Use the flat bottom of a glass to press down and smooth the surface.
Bake in a preheated oven at 180ÂșC for 20 to 30 minutes, until the crunchies are golden brown. Start 20min timer
While the crunchies are still hot, break up 100g of chocolate and sprinkle over the crunchies. Spread the chocolate over the crunchies as it melts.
Cut into squares, while it is still warm. Allow to cool in the tin. These must be kept in an airtight container and will keep for at least a week.