Irresistibly Soft Maple Donut Bars: The Best Homemade Treat
Indulge in these irresistibly soft maple donut bars, perfect for a homemade treat.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the eggs, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely in the pan before glazing.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with a little maple syrup until desired consistency is achieved, then pour over the cooled bars.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding chopped pecans or walnuts to the batter.
- These bars can be served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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