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Maple Donut Bars

Maple Donut Bars
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Quick and easy Maple Donut Bars that combine the soft, tender texture of classic donuts with the rich, unmistakable flavor of pure maple syrup. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, these moist and flavorful bars offer a balanced sweetness with an easy-to-make maple glaze topping, making them a delightful homemade treat.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup milk (or almond milk for vegan)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Maple Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk (or almond milk)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until fully combined to ensure an even rise and balanced flavor.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: Using an electric mixer or hand whisk, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy to create the perfect base for tender bars.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the pure maple syrup and vanilla extract, then add the milk, mixing just until smooth to keep the batter moist but not overworked.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture with a spatula, stopping once everything is just combined to avoid dense bars.
  6. Bake to Perfection: Pour the batter evenly into your prepared pan, smoothing the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Prepare the Maple Glaze: While the bars bake, whisk powdered sugar with maple syrup and milk until you reach a smooth, pourable glaze consistency.
  8. Glaze and Cool: Once the bars have cooled slightly but are still warm, drizzle the maple glaze generously over the top. Let it set before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter and milk for smoother mixing and better rise.
  • Fold ingredients gently to keep bars tender and avoid toughness.
  • Rotate the pan halfway through baking for consistent color and texture.
  • Apply the glaze while bars are warm to create a glossy, sticky finish that sets beautifully.
  • Use 100% pure maple syrup for authentic flavor, avoiding imitation syrups.
  • To make vegan, substitute butter with plant-based butter and milk with almond or other plant milk.
  • For gluten-free version, replace all-purpose flour with a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend.

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