Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars Recipe
Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars offer a delightful breakfast treat combining the comforting flavors of cinnamon and pure maple syrup in a tender, cakey bar. Perfectly soft and topped with a sweet glaze, these bars are easy to prepare and bake, making them an ideal morning indulgence or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 9 bars (cut from 8x8 inch pan) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Batter
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (freshly ground for best flavor)
- 2 large Eggs (at room temperature)
- 1/2 cup Maple Syrup (pure maple syrup recommended)
- 1/2 cup Milk (whole or non-dairy options allowed)
- 1/4 cup Butter (melted and slightly cooled)
For the Glaze
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Milk
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with greased parchment paper to ensure easy removal after baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing 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 room temperature eggs, pure maple syrup, milk, and melted butter until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Fold Wet into Dry: Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep the bars soft and tender.
- Bake the Batter: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Bars: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare and Drizzle Glaze: Mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth. Drizzle this sweet glaze over the cooled bars for a delightful finish.
Notes
- Optional: Sprinkle a little cinnamon sugar on top before serving for added flavor and texture.
- Use freshly ground cinnamon for the best aromatic flavor.
- Ensure eggs and butter are at room temperature to help the batter mix smoothly.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk and butter with plant-based alternatives.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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