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Maple Donut Bars Recipe

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4.7 from 51 reviews
  • Author: Lily
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x

Description

These homemade Maple Donut Bars offer a delightful combination of soft, cake-like texture and a rich maple glaze finish. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, these bars blend warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg with real maple syrup, baked to golden perfection and topped with a smooth, sweet maple glaze.

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)

Optional

  • Extra maple syrup for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9×13 inch baking pan by greasing it with non-stick spray or lining it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars after baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Whisk thoroughly until these dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter, whole milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and maple syrup together until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold the mixture with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Avoid overmixing; a few lumps are acceptable.
  5. Pour Batter into Pan: Transfer the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, spreading the surface smoothly with a spatula.
  6. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the edges appear lightly golden.
  7. Cool Bars: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the donut bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then move them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare Maple Glaze: While the bars cool, mix powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of milk in a medium bowl. Whisk until smooth and thick but pourable. Add additional milk as needed to achieve the right consistency.
  9. Add Maple Syrup to Glaze: Stir in 2 tablespoons of maple syrup into the glaze for added maple flavor.
  10. Glaze Donut Bars: Once the bars are completely cooled, place them on a serving platter. Drizzle the maple glaze generously across the top using a spoon or small spatula to evenly cover the bars.
  11. Optional Extra Drizzle: For extra sweetness and decoration, drizzle additional maple syrup over the glazed bars.
  12. Set Glaze and Serve: Allow the glaze to set for 10-15 minutes before slicing the bars into squares or rectangles and serving.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough bars; some lumps are fine.
  • Using parchment paper makes removing bars easier and cleaner.
  • Adjust glaze thickness by varying the amount of milk added.
  • Bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute whole milk and butter with plant-based alternatives.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: maple donut bars, maple glaze, baked donut bars, maple syrup dessert, easy breakfast bars, spiced donut bars

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