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Baked Maple Donut Bars

Baked Maple Donut Bars Perfect for Cozy Fall Mornings

Deliciously soft baked Maple Donut Bars are the perfect treat for fall mornings, combining a tender texture with a rich maple flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure freshness
  • 1 pinch salt kosher salt recommended
  • 1 cup milk almond milk for dairy-free
  • ½ cup melted butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • ½ cup maple syrup pure maple syrup recommended
  • 2 large eggs or flax egg for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract add extra for more flavor
  • optional maple extract intensifies maple flavor
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar sift to eliminate lumps
  • 2-3 tablespoons maple syrup mix into powdered sugar
  • as needed milk or water for glaze consistency

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
  5. Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.
  6. Allow to cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes.
  7. Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk to desired consistency; drizzle over the bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Experiment with adding spices like cinnamon for extra flavor.

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