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Maple Donut Bars

Delicious Soft Maple Donut Bars for Cozy Autumn Mornings

Indulge in these delicious Soft Maple Donut Bars, perfect for autumn mornings and made with rich maple syrup.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Maple Syrup use pure maple syrup for authentic taste
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar adds depth; can use more maple syrup for flavor
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter recommended for balance
  • 2 large Eggs can swap with 1/4 cup applesauce for vegan
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder ensure freshness for best results
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt using kosher salt is preferred
  • 1/2 cup Milk non-dairy milk can be used, adjust amount
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar sifted to avoid lumps
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup for consistency

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in the milk until just combined.
  6. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until smooth.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  10. Whisk together the powdered sugar and maple syrup for the glaze.
  11. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars and slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for easier mixing and avoid overmixing to keep the bars light and fluffy.

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