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Baked Maple Donut Bars

Baked Maple Donut Bars for Cozy Mornings Everyone Loves

Delightful Baked Maple Donut Bars that transform mornings into cozy celebrations. Soft, easy to make, and perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Substitution: Use margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup Substitution: Use agave syrup if maple syrup is unavailable, though flavor will differ.
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream Substitution: Greek yogurt or buttermilk can be used as alternatives.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Additional Maple Syrup
  • 1-2 tablespoons Milk Adjusts the consistency of the glaze.
  • Pinch of Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly, then blend in the pure maple syrup and vanilla extract.
  4. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon in a separate bowl. Gradually combine with wet ingredients, alternating with milk and sour cream.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top evenly.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, testing for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 15-20 minutes.
  8. Whisk together the glaze ingredients until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled bars.
  9. Allow the glaze to set for about 10 minutes before slicing into squares or rectangles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These Baked Maple Donut Bars are perfect for busy mornings and are versatile to customize with add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.

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