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Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars Recipe

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These Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars feature a tender, fluffy texture infused with rich maple syrup flavor. Baked to perfection and topped with a smooth maple glaze, they make a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

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Batter

  • ½ cup (120ml) maple syrup
  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup (150g) brown sugar
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ cup (120ml) milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Glaze

  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) maple syrup
  • 1–2 tbsp (15-30ml) milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Set aside to incorporate the leavening agent evenly.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: In a larger bowl, cream ½ cup (115g) softened unsalted butter with ¾ cup (150g) brown sugar until light and fluffy to create a smooth base.
  4. Add eggs and wet ingredients: Beat in 2 eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in ½ cup (120ml) maple syrup, ½ cup (120ml) milk, and 1 tsp vanilla extract to enrich the batter.
  5. Combine dry and wet: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overdeveloping gluten, which ensures softness.
  6. Bake: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool bars: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
  8. Prepare glaze: In a small bowl, mix 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar with 2 tbsp (30ml) maple syrup and 1-2 tbsp (15-30ml) milk until smooth. Adjust the milk quantity to reach desired glaze consistency.
  9. Glaze bars: Spread or drizzle the maple glaze over the cooled bars evenly to finish the sweet topping.

Notes

  • Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleaner edges.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bars soft and tender.
  • Adjust the glaze thickness by adding more milk for a thinner glaze or more powdered sugar for a thicker glaze.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.

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