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Close-up of glazed donut bars stacked on a plate, showing soft fluffy interior and dripping sugar glaze.

Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars

Soft, fluffy, and perfectly glazed, these maple donut bars are a deliciously easy twist on classic donuts, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Additional Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 14
Course: dessert, breakfast
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the bars:
  • 2.2 cups all-purpose flour All-purpose flour for soft texture
  • 1.1 teaspoon baking powder Leavening agent for rise
  • 0.55 teaspoon baking soda Helps with fluffiness
  • 0.55 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
  • 0.55 teaspoon cinnamon For a hint of spice
  • 0.55 cup butter softened (Provides richness)
  • 0.83 cup brown sugar For depth of flavor
  • 0.28 cup sugar Adds sweetness
  • 2 eggs Binding agent for texture
  • 1.1 teaspoon vanilla extract Flavor enhancer
  • 1.1 teaspoon maple extract Gives the maple flavor
  • 0.55 cup sour cream Adds moisture and tang
  • 0.55 cup milk Balances the batter
  • For the glaze:
  • 2.2 cups powdered sugar For a smooth glaze
  • 3.3 tablespoons butter melted (Helps make the glaze smooth)
  • 3.3 tablespoons pure maple syrup Key ingredient for maple flavor
  • 1.1 teaspoon maple extract Enhances maple flavor in glaze
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons milk Adjust for desired glaze consistency

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 inch pan or line it with parchment paper. prep
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. mix
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and regular sugar until light and fluffy. mix
  4. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and maple extract to the butter mixture, mixing well. mix
  5. Mix in the sour cream and milk until everything is well incorporated. mix
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. mix
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. assemble
  8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before glazing. bake
  9. To make the glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, melted butter, maple syrup, and maple extract in a bowl. mix
  10. Add milk gradually, one tablespoon at a time, until the glaze is smooth and pourable. mix
  11. Spread the glaze evenly over the cooled bars, allowing it to set before cutting them into squares or rectangles. finish

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These donut bars are soft and fluffy, with a sweet maple glaze that makes them irresistible. They're perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet treat any time of the day!

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