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Maple Donut Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Marina
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x

Description

Delight in these Maple Donut Bars—a moist and fluffy baked treat bursting with warm spices and a rich maple glaze. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, these bars combine classic donut flavors with easy-to-make convenience. Topped with a luscious maple syrup glaze, they bring a cozy, homemade charm to your kitchen.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup

Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup (for glaze)
  • Extra maple syrup for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with non-stick spray or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Whisk these dry ingredients together until well mixed.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, whole milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until smooth and fully combined.
  4. Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredients bowl. Gently fold together with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined, leaving a few lumps to ensure tender texture.
  5. Pour batter into pan: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
  6. Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the edges are lightly golden.
  7. Cool: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare maple glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon milk until smooth. Add more milk as needed for a thick but pourable consistency. Stir in 2 tablespoons maple syrup for added flavor.
  9. Glaze the bars: Once the donut bars have completely cooled, place them on a serving plate. Drizzle the maple glaze generously and evenly over the top using a spoon or spatula.
  10. Optional drizzle: For extra sweetness and visual appeal, drizzle some additional maple syrup over the glazed bars.
  11. Set glaze and serve: Let the glaze set for 10-15 minutes before slicing the bars into squares or rectangles. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bars tender and fluffy.
  • The glaze consistency can be adjusted by adding milk gradually.
  • Use parchment paper in the pan for easy removal of bars.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For extra flavor, sprinkle chopped nuts on top before glazing.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: maple donut bars, baked donut bars, maple glazed bars, breakfast bars, easy desserts

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