Maple Donut Bars: 10 Easy Steps to Soft, Sweet Perfection
If you’re looking for a delightful treat that’s both easy to make and utterly irresistible, look no further than these Maple Donut Bars. With a perfect blend of maple syrup and vanilla, this recipe fills your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma that’s perfect for busy mornings or cozy family brunches. These soft and sweet donut bars are not only delicious but also incredibly versatile, making them ideal for sharing with friends, enjoying on lazy Sundays, or packing for an afternoon snack. Once you take a bite, you’ll want to make them time and time again!
- 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
- ¼ cup maple syrup (for batter)
- ¼ cup maple syrup (for glaze)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, mix the milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and maple syrup.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients; stir gently until just mixed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan; spread evenly.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes until lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- While baking, whisk together powdered sugar and maple syrup until smooth for the glaze.
- Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about ten minutes before glazing.
- Drizzle glaze over warm bars and allow it to set briefly.
- Slice into squares and enjoy with coffee or tea!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 55g)
- Calories: 169
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 36mg