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Maple Donut Bars Recipe

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These Maple Donut Bars are a delightful twist on traditional donuts, baked in a pan for easy preparation. Featuring tender, cinnamon-spiced cake bars topped with a luscious maple glaze and an optional drizzle of pure maple syrup, they combine sweet, warm flavors perfect for breakfast or a cozy 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 (for glaze)
  • Extra maple syrup for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: 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. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Whisk these dry ingredients together until they are well mixed.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, whole milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold the mixture together using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined, being careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.
  5. Pour Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with 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 the edges are lightly golden.
  7. Cool Bars: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the donut bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare Glaze: While the bars cool, combine powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon milk in a bowl and whisk until smooth. Add more milk a little at a time to reach desired consistency—thick yet pourable.
  9. Add Maple Syrup to Glaze: Stir in 2 tablespoons maple syrup into the glaze for flavor.
  10. Glaze Bars: Once the bars are completely cooled, place them on a serving platter or cutting board. Drizzle the maple glaze generously over the top, covering evenly.
  11. Optional Maple Drizzle: Drizzle extra maple syrup over glazed bars for added sweetness and presentation.
  12. Set Glaze: Allow the glaze to set for 10-15 minutes before slicing the bars into squares or rectangles.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bars tender.
  • Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
  • For a thicker glaze, use less milk; add gradually to control consistency.
  • Use real maple syrup for authentic flavor.
  • Store bars in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.

Keywords: Maple Donut Bars, Baked Donuts, Maple Glaze, Cinnamon Donuts, Easy Breakfast Bars

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