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Maple Donut Bars

Delicious Maple Donut Bars: Easy Baked Treats You’ll Love

These Maple Donut Bars are soft, cake-like treats topped with a creamy glaze, perfect for brunch or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with whole wheat flour for a healthier option
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 1 dash nutmeg can be swapped with cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup butter melted, cool slightly before mixing
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs for a vegan version, consider using flax eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk can substitute with milk and vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla extract is recommended
Glaze
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup key ingredient for glaze
  • 2 tablespoons milk adjust for glaze consistency
  • 1 pinch salt balances sweetness

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, gently fold until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Let the bars cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  7. Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk, and salt until smooth.
  8. Pour the glaze over the cooled bars and sprinkle toppings if desired.
  9. Slice into squares or rectangles and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Cool the melted butter before mixing to avoid scrambling the eggs. Adjust the glaze for desired thickness and feel free to customize toppings.

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