Description
Indulge in the cozy comfort of Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars, a delightful treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. These easy-to-make bars are infused with rich maple flavor and warm spices, delivering a soft texture that melts in your mouth. Topped with a simple glaze, they bring a nostalgic sweetness that will remind you of childhood treats. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying solo, these fluffy bars are customizable to suit your taste—add chocolate chips or nuts for extra flair. Whip up this delicious recipe today and savor the warmth of homemade goodness!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup milk (whole or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup melted butter (cooled)
- For the Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking dish lined with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat eggs with maple syrup, milk, and melted butter until smooth.
- Gently combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar and milk until smooth; drizzle over cooled bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg