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Maple Donut Bars

Delicious Maple Donut Bars: Easy, Baked, and Irresistible

Delightful Maple Donut Bars that capture comforting flavors, easy to make, and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with cake flour for a softer texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for the best rise.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential leavening agent.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Use kosher salt for a coarser texture.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Cinnamon can be used as alternative.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Consider brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Coconut oil works as dairy-free substitute.
  • 1 large Egg A flax egg is great for a vegan option.
  • 0.5 cups Buttermilk Soy milk with vinegar can substitute it.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla offers the best aroma.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can be omitted for a less sweet option.
  • 0.25 cups Maple Syrup Increase the amount if you're skipping the extract.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Maple Extract Omit if unavailable.
  • 1 tablespoon Milk Use any milk substitute as desired.

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, along with ½ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
  3. Cream together ½ cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add one large egg, ½ cup of buttermilk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix on low speed until well blended.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Once baked, remove from the oven and let the bars cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  8. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar, ¼ cup of maple syrup, ½ teaspoon of maple extract, and 1 tablespoon of milk until smooth.
  9. Drizzle or spread the glaze over the cooled bars and allow to set for a few minutes before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 110mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

You can customize these bars with your favorite mix-ins or toppings like nuts or chocolate chips.

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