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Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars Recipe

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Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars are a delightful treat combining the comforting flavors of cinnamon and pure maple syrup with a tender, cake-like texture. These bars are perfect for breakfast or snack time, baked to a golden finish and topped with a smooth powdered sugar glaze for an extra touch of sweetness.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1/4 cup Butter, melted and slightly cooled

Glaze

  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pan and Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal of the bars after baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until evenly combined. Set aside.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, milk, and pure maple syrup. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Take care not to overmix to maintain a tender texture for the bars.
  5. Fill the Pan: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and spread it out to the edges and corners for even baking.
  6. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden and a wooden skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool Bars: Remove from oven and cool the bars in the pan on a wire rack for 15-20 minutes. Then use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan and allow them to cool completely on the rack for 1-2 hours before applying the glaze.
  8. Prepare Glaze: While the bars cool, whisk together powdered sugar and milk in a medium bowl until smooth and free of lumps. Adjust the consistency as needed by adding a bit more milk if too thick or powdered sugar if too thin, aiming for a pourable yet slightly thick glaze.
  9. Glaze the Bars: Place the cooled bars on a wire rack over parchment paper or foil to catch drips. Pour and spread the glaze evenly over the top of the bars to fully cover them.
  10. Add Toppings: If desired, immediately sprinkle toppings such as sprinkles, finely chopped pecans or walnuts, or a light dusting of cinnamon sugar while the glaze is still tacky and wet.
  11. Set the Glaze: Let the glazed bars rest undisturbed on the wire rack for at least 30 minutes, allowing the glaze to set fully and become non-sticky to the touch.
  12. Slice and Serve: Transfer the bars to a cutting board and use a very sharp knife to slice into individual bars. For clean, neat slices, wipe the knife clean with a damp cloth between cuts. Serve immediately and enjoy the soft, sweet flavors of these donut bars.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bars soft and tender.
  • Ensure the bars are completely cool before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting.
  • You can customize the glaze consistency by adjusting milk or powdered sugar amounts as needed.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
  • For a more intense maple flavor, drizzle additional pure maple syrup on top after glazing if desired.

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