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Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars

Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars for Sweet Cozy Mornings

These Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars capture the essence of maple donuts in a moist, cake-like form, perfect for cozy mornings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can swap for whole wheat
  • 1 cup granulated sugar no substitutions suggested
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar can use more granulated sugar if needed
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda essential for a light rise
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder important for achieving the right texture
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adjust to your liking
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter coconut oil works as a dairy-free substitute
  • 3/4 cup pure maple syrup essential—no substitutes!
  • 1/2 cup milk use almond or plant-based milk for dairy-free
  • 1 large egg replace with a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract no substitutions necessary
Optional Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar adjust for sweetness preference
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup essential for a perfect glaze

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, greasing it lightly.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk until blended.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: melted butter, maple syrup, milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined. The batter will be thick.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
  6. Cool the bars in the pan for 10 minutes before lifting them out using the parchment paper.
  7. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, then slice into squares or rectangles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, store in an airtight container. They’ll stay perfect for up to 3 days at room temperature.

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