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Maple Donut Bars

Delicious Maple Donut Bars That Will Brighten Your Day

These Maple Donut Bars are sweet, cake-like treats that blend nostalgia with modern flavors, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour works as a substitute.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg Can swap with cinnamon.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for a richer flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use vegetable oil for dairy-free.
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with milk plus vinegar.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be an alternative.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Double for a stronger maple flavor.
  • 1 tsp Maple Extract Omitting reduces richness.
  • 2 tbsp Milk Adjust for desired glaze consistency.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Baking pan

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking pan with parchment paper or grease it.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until well blended.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Cool the bars in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, maple syrup, maple extract, and milk.
  10. Once cooled, glaze the bars generously and allow to set before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Freeze unglazed bars for up to 1 month.

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