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Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars

Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars: Easy, Cozy Treat for Any Day

These Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars are easy to make and perfect for any occasion, delivering an irresistibly fluffy texture and delightful glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter can substitute with margarine or coconut oil
  • 3/4 cup Light Brown Sugar use dark brown sugar for a richer taste
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar omit for less sweet bars
  • 2 large Large Eggs use flax eggs for a vegan alternative
  • 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup opt for darker syrup for a more robust flavor
  • 1/2 cup Milk can be substituted with almond or oat milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract can be omitted for a less sweet taste
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure freshness for best results
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda check expiration for effectiveness
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt avoid if on a low-sodium diet
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon optional
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar regular sugar can be ground to powder as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Additional Maple Syrup can be adjusted to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Milk or Cream non-dairy options can be used

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan.
  2. Combine melted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy. Then whisk in eggs, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon in a separate bowl.
  4. Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients gently until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top.
  6. Bake for 22-25 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Cool the bars on a wire rack for 15-20 minutes.
  8. Whisk together powdered sugar, additional maple syrup, and milk (or cream) until smooth for the glaze.
  9. Spread the glaze over the cooled bars and slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure eggs are at room temperature for best texture. Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent dense bars.

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