Maple Donut Bars: 10 Easy Steps to Soft, Sweet Perfection
Indulge in the warm, sweet delight of Maple Donut Bars that transform your ordinary mornings into something extraordinary. This recipe is a breeze to prepare and results in irresistibly soft bars infused with the rich flavors of maple and vanilla. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy afternoon snack, these delightful treats fill your kitchen with enticing aromas while bringing smiles to everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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)
- ¼ cup maple syrup (for the glaze)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, combine milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and maple syrup.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- While baking, whisk powdered sugar and maple syrup until smooth for the glaze.
- Cool bars for about ten minutes before glazing them generously.
- Slice into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg