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Maple Donut Bars Recipe Easy Fall Breakfast Treat

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Soft, cake-like maple donut bars topped with a luscious maple glaze, perfect for cozy fall mornings or holiday brunches.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon maple extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the bars cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk, and maple extract (if using). Adjust the milk to reach your desired glaze consistency.
  9. Pour the glaze over the cooled bars and spread evenly. Allow the glaze to set for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the bars tender. Let the bars cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from running. Experiment with toppings like crushed pecans or a sprinkle of cinnamon for added flavor.

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