Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars (Print Version)
Melt-in-your-mouth donut bars infused with maple syrup and topped with a rich maple glaze - perfect for breakfast or dessert.
# Ingredients:
→ For the Donut Bars
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
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2/3 cup whole milk
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2 large eggs
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1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
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1/4 cup pure maple syrup
→ For the Maple Glaze
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2 cups powdered sugar
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1/3 cup pure maple syrup
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3-4 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal. Melt butter and allow to cool slightly.
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In a large bowl, thoroughly whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter, milk, eggs, vanilla, and maple syrup until smooth and fully incorporated.
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Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir gently just until flour streaks disappear. Avoid overmixing to ensure tender bars.
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Spread batter evenly in prepared pan. Bake for 22-25 minutes until top springs back when lightly touched and edges begin to pull away from sides of pan.
# Notes:
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The cinnamon adds warmth without overwhelming the maple flavor, even for those who aren't cinnamon enthusiasts.