Maple Donut Bars That Taste Just Like Your Favorite Bakery Treat
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade Maple Donut Bars that bring the charm of your favorite bakery right to your kitchen. These soft, cake-like bars are topped with a luscious maple glaze that will have your family and friends coming back for more. Whether you’re looking for a sweet breakfast treat, an after-dinner dessert, or a cozy snack with coffee, these bars are versatile and easy to make. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you’ll fill your home with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked goodness. Perfect for sharing or savoring solo, these Maple Donut Bars are sure to become a beloved staple in your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Total Time: 43 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a lined 9×13-inch pan.
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Spread batter evenly in prepared pan and bake for 22-28 minutes until golden.
- While cooling, whisk together glaze ingredients until smooth.
- Once cool enough to handle, generously spread glaze over bars and let cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg