Maple Donut Bars

These maple donut bars are soft, cake-like, and topped with a rich maple glaze. Baked instead of fried, they deliver classic donut flavor with less effort, making them perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat.

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Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 35

Servings: bars

Calories: 280kcal

Author: Chloe White

Cost: $3

Equipment

9x13 inch baking pan
Parchment paper
Mixing bowls
whisk
spatula
Measuring cups and spoons
Knife

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
2 large eggs
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup (for glaze)
2-3 tbsp milk or cream (for glaze)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)
1 pinch salt (for glaze)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
In another bowl, mix eggs, melted butter, maple syrup, buttermilk, and vanilla.
Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
Spread batter evenly into prepared pan.
Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden and set.
Whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
Pour glaze over slightly cooled bars and spread evenly.
Let glaze set for 30 minutes before slicing into bars.

Notes

Do not overmix batter to keep bars tender. Bake until a toothpick shows moist crumbs. Glaze while slightly warm for best absorption. Store in airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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