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Maple Donut Bars Recipe

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Maple Donut Bars combine the warm flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg with the rich sweetness of maple syrup to create a delightful baked treat. These bars have a soft, cake-like texture and are topped with a smooth maple glaze, making them perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anytime you crave a sweet snack.

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
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • Extra maple syrup for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

  1. 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.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until well blended.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the melted butter, whole milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until smooth and thoroughly combined.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients bowl. Gently fold using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Avoid overmixing; a few lumps are fine.
  5. Pour Batter into Pan: Evenly spread the batter into the prepared baking pan using a spatula.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and edges are lightly golden.
  7. Cool Bars: Remove from oven and allow bars to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Make Glaze: In a medium bowl, combine powdered sugar with 1 tablespoon milk. Whisk until smooth.
  9. Adjust Glaze Consistency: Add additional milk a little at a time until glaze is thick yet pourable.
  10. Add Maple Syrup to Glaze: Stir in 2 tablespoons of maple syrup to the glaze for extra flavor.
  11. Glaze Bars: Once bars are fully cooled, drizzle the maple glaze evenly over the top with a spoon or small spatula.
  12. Additional Drizzle: Optionally, drizzle extra maple syrup over the glazed bars for added sweetness and presentation.
  13. Set Glaze: Allow the glaze to set for 10-15 minutes.
  14. Serve: Slice the bars into squares or rectangles and serve.

Notes

  • Use parchment paper for easier removal and cleaner cuts.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep bars tender.
  • Adjust milk in glaze to your preferred thickness.
  • Extra maple syrup drizzle enhances sweetness but can be omitted if desired.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Keywords: maple donut bars, baked donut bars, maple glaze, sweet snack, cinnamon, nutmeg

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