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Maple Donut Bars

Maple Donut Bars: Easy Indulgence for Homemade Dessert Lovers

Maple Donut Bars are a comforting treat with soft texture and sweet glaze, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 bars
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9×9-inch Baking Dish
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Ingredients
  

Batter Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup maple syrup for the batter

Glaze Ingredients

  • ¼ cup maple syrup for the glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions
 

Baking Procedure

  • Preheat Your Oven and Prepare the Pan: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent the bars from sticking during baking.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and maple syrup.
  • Incorporate Wet and Dry Ingredients: Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until the batter is smooth.
  • Pour the Batter into the Pan: Pour the batter into your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  • Bake the Donut Bars: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Make the Maple Glaze: While the bars are baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and maple syrup.
  • Cool the Donut Bars: Once the bars are done baking, allow them to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
  • Glaze the Bars: Once the bars have cooled slightly, drizzle the maple glaze generously over the top.
  • Serve and Enjoy: Slice the donut bars into squares and serve.

Notes

The donut bars are best enjoyed the day they are made, but they can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. The glaze may soften slightly after storing, but they will still taste delicious.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcal
Keyword comfort food, easy recipe, Homemade Dessert, Maple Donut Bars, Sweet Treat
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