Description
Indulge in the delightful Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars, perfect for breakfast or a sweet afternoon treat. These easy-to-make bars are infused with rich maple flavor and a hint of warming cinnamon, delivering a soft and fluffy texture that is sure to satisfy your cravings. Whether you’re enjoying them solo or sharing with family and friends, these bars are versatile enough to be customized with your favorite mix-ins. Drizzle with a simple glaze for an extra touch of sweetness, making them a standout addition to any gathering or a thoughtful gift.
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 Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and add maple syrup, milk, and melted butter; whisk until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown. A toothpick should come out clean when inserted.
- Allow cooling for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Mix powdered sugar with milk for the glaze and drizzle over the cooled bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg