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Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars

Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars That Will Brighten Your Morning

Delight in the rich maple flavor of these Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars, perfect for any time of day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Check expiration for effectiveness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Use freshly ground for more flavor
  • 2 large Eggs At room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup Use pure for authentic flavor
  • 1/2 cup Milk Whole milk or non-dairy
  • 1/4 cup Butter Melted and slightly cooled
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Mix with milk for glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Adjust for desired consistency

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs, then add maple syrup, milk, and melted butter, mixing until smooth.
  4. Gently pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold until just combined.
  5. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Prepare the glaze and drizzle it over the cooled bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize with chocolate chips or nuts; adjust wet ingredients accordingly.

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