The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word FLAPJACKS
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does FLAPJACKS mean?
FLAPJACKS noun- A pancake.
- A bar made of (though not limited to) rolled oats, butter, golden syrup, and brown sugar, baked in a tray.