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Maple Donut Bars That Taste Just Like Your Favorite Bakery Treat


  • Author: cookthatdish
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious and tender maple-flavored bars, reminiscent of your favorite bakery donuts, made easily in a 9×13 pan.


Ingredients

  • 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
  • 23 tablespoons milk or cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a 9×13 pan with parchment paper.
  2. Beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla. Stir until combined and smooth.
  3. Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add to wet ingredients and mix until smooth.
  4. Spread batter in pan and bake for 22–28 minutes or until golden.
  5. Combine powdered sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, and milk to form glaze.
  6. Spread glaze over warm bars. Cool, slice, and serve.

Notes

For best flavor, use real maple syrup. Bars can be frozen for up to 2 months.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 28 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American