Maple Donut Bars: A Delicious Recipe for Sweet Treats Recipe
Maple Donut Bars are a quick and delightful treat combining the classic flavors of maple syrup with a soft, fluffy cake base. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, these bars are easy to make and feature a moist texture topped with a sticky maple glaze that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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
- Extra maple syrup for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with non-stick spray or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until fully combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter, whole milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until smooth and well mixed.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and fold gently with a spatula or wooden spoon just until combined. Avoid overmixing; some lumps are fine.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prepare Maple Glaze: While the bars bake, whisk powdered sugar with 1-2 tablespoons of milk until smooth and glossy. Adjust thickness by adding more milk or powdered sugar.
- Glaze and Cool: Once baked, allow the bars to cool slightly before drizzling the maple glaze evenly over the top. Optionally, drizzle extra maple syrup for added sweetness.
- Serve: Let the glaze set slightly before cutting into bars and serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For best results, do not overmix the batter to keep the bars tender.
- If you prefer a stronger maple flavor, increase the maple syrup in the glaze or drizzle additional syrup just before serving.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
- These bars can be reheated gently in the microwave for a warm treat.
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