Maple Donut Bars: 10 Easy Steps to Soft, Sweet Perfection
Indulge in the warm, sweet comfort of Maple Donut Bars, an easy-to-make treat that transforms any occasion into a special moment. These delightful bars combine the rich flavor of maple syrup with a soft, fluffy texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, they are sure to be loved by everyone from kids to adults.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 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
- ½ cup maple syrup (¼ cup for batter, ¼ cup for glaze)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, mix together milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and maple syrup.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden; a toothpick should come out clean.
- For the glaze: whisk powdered sugar and remaining maple syrup until smooth.
- Let the bars cool in the pan for about ten minutes before glazing.
- Drizzle glaze over cooled bars and allow it to set for a few minutes.
- Slice into squares and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg