Maple Donut Bars: 10 Easy Steps to Soft, Sweet Perfection
If you’re craving a delightful treat that can elevate any occasion, look no further than these Maple Donut Bars. With their tender texture and rich maple glaze, these bars are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. This easy recipe involves just ten simple steps, making it ideal for busy families. These bars not only deliver a cozy flavor profile featuring warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg but also offer the convenience of make-ahead preparation. Whether you serve them at a gathering or enjoy them with your morning coffee, you’ll quickly find that they become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
- 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 (or egg substitute)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ cup maple syrup (for batter and glaze)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, combine milk, eggs (or substitute), melted butter, vanilla extract, and maple syrup.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- For the glaze: whisk powdered sugar with maple syrup until smooth.
- Allow the bars to cool slightly before glazing.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars and let it set briefly.
- Slice into squares and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg