Maple Donut Bars: 10 Easy Steps to Soft, Sweet Perfection
Experience the joy of baking with these Maple Donut Bars: 10 Easy Steps to Soft, Sweet Perfection! These delightful treats combine the rich flavor of maple syrup with warm spices, creating a cozy and satisfying snack that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast option or a sweet afternoon pick-me-up, these bars are incredibly easy to make and are sure to please both kids and adults alike. With just ten simple steps, you can whip up a batch that not only fills your home with wonderful aromas but also brings smiles to the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ cup maple syrup (for the batter)
- ¼ cup maple syrup (for the glaze)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, mix milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth it out evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While baking, whisk together powdered sugar and maple syrup for glazing.
- Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before glazing.
- Drizzle the glaze over slightly cooled bars.
- Slice into squares and enjoy warm!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg