Description
These Irresistible Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars are a delightful treat, combining the sweet warmth of maple syrup and cinnamon in a soft, fluffy bar. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, these bars are easy to make, baked to golden perfection, and topped with a simple maple glaze for extra sweetness.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 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)
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars once baked.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until evenly combined.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, pure maple syrup, milk, and cooled melted butter until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
- Combine wet and dry: Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure a soft texture.
- Pour batter into pan: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out to the edges for an even bake.
- Bake the bars: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and glaze: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack. While cooling, mix the powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons of milk to make the glaze, and drizzle it over the cooled bars for a sweet finish.
Notes
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better mixing and texture.
- You can substitute milk with any non-dairy alternative if preferred.
- To make the bars even softer, avoid overbaking; start checking at 20 minutes.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- For added flavor, sprinkle chopped nuts or add vanilla extract to the wet ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: maple donut bars, baked donut bars, maple syrup dessert, soft baked bars, breakfast bars, cinnamon donut bars
