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Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars

Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars: A Heavenly Homemade Delight

Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars are a delightful treat perfect for any time of the day, featuring a rich maple flavor and a tender texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 large Large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup Darker varieties recommended
  • 1/2 cup Milk Can use non-dairy milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Omit if using salted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional
For the Maple Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Can use non-dairy milk
  • 1 pinch Salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking pan
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla, mixing until creamy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
  4. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 22 to 25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool the bars in the pan for 15 to 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk, and salt until smooth.
  8. Spread the glaze over the cooled bars and let it set before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 85mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best texture, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing. Customize flavors with chocolate chips or nuts if desired.

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