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Maple Donut Bars

Maple Donut Bars: Your New Favorite Baked Breakfast Treat

These Maple Donut Bars are a delightful homemade treat, perfect for breakfast or snack time, capturing the warmth of maple flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 3 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cups buttermilk or regular milk mixed with vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free 1:1 flour can be used
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
For the Glaze
  • 1 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 0.25 cups maple syrup authentic is preferred
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk or cream for desired consistency
  • 1 teaspoon additional vanilla

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Baking pan
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together ½ cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Mix in ½ cup of buttermilk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  4. Whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt in a separate bowl. Fold into wet ingredients.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 22–28 minutes until golden brown, checking for doneness.
  7. Prepare the glaze by whisking together 1 cup of powdered sugar, ¼ cup of maple syrup, and 1-2 tablespoons of milk or cream.
  8. Pour the glaze over the warm bars after they have cooled for about 10 minutes.
  9. Let the glazed bars cool for an additional 15–20 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 3IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days; refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for 2 months.

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