Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars
Delightful soft baked bars infused with rich maple flavor, perfect for cozy mornings and gatherings.
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 200kcal
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour A staple that provides the perfect base for our soft bars.
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar Just the right amount of sweetness to elevate the flavors.
- 1 tsp baking powder Ensures a light and fluffy texture in every bite.
- 1/4 tsp salt Balances the sweetness and enhances the flavor.
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon Adds a warm and aromatic touch to the bars.
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs (room temperature) Binds the ingredients and enriches the flavor.
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup The star ingredient that infuses these bars with rich sweetness.
- 1/2 cup milk Ensures a moist and tender texture.
- 1/4 cup melted butter (cooled) Adds richness and flavor.
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar For the delightful glaze that finishes the bars perfectly.
- 2 tbsp milk Just enough to achieve the desired glaze consistency.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a baking pan to prevent sticking.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then mix in the pure maple syrup, milk, and cooled melted butter.
- Combine wet and dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Pour and bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Make the glaze: Once the donut bars are cooled, whisk together powdered sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth, then drizzle over the bars.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for the best results. Don’t skip the cooling time before glazing. Consider customizing your glaze with vanilla extract or cinnamon.