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Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars Recipe

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Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars are a delightful treat combining the rich flavors of maple syrup and brown sugar into a tender, cake-like bar. These easy-to-make bars are topped with a smooth maple glaze, making them perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup (120ml) maple syrup
  • ½ cup (120ml) milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

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 to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Set this mixture aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a larger bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step is key for a tender texture.
  4. Add Eggs and Wet Ingredients: Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in the maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bars soft and tender.
  6. Bake: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool: Let the bars cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare Glaze: In a bowl, mix powdered sugar with maple syrup and 1-2 tablespoons of milk until smooth. Adjust the milk quantity to achieve desired consistency.
  9. Glaze Bars: Spread or drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars. Let the glaze set for about 10 minutes before slicing into bars.

Notes

  • Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for best creaming results.
  • Do not overmix the batter to maintain a soft texture in the bars.
  • Adjust milk quantity in the glaze to get your preferred drizzle consistency.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
  • For a more intense maple flavor, use pure maple syrup instead of maple-flavored syrup.

Keywords: maple donut bars, baked donut bars, maple glaze bars, soft dessert bars, maple syrup dessert

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