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Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars

Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars

Enjoy these Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars as your new favorite sweet treat, blending maple sweetness with cozy spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free flour blend can be substituted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar brown or coconut sugar can be used
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure it’s fresh
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt do not omit
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 2 large eggs room temperature; for vegan, replace with flax eggs
  • 1 cup pure maple syrup can substitute honey or agave syrup
  • 1 cup milk whole or non-dairy; almond or oat milk for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup melted butter cooled; can use coconut oil for dairy-free
Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar adjust consistency with milk as needed

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until frothy, then mix in the maple syrup, milk, and melted butter.
  4. Gently combine the wet and dry ingredients, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Let the bars cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar with milk until smooth, then drizzle over cooled bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Using room temperature ingredients helps achieve a tender texture. Avoid overmixing to keep bars soft. Cool before glazing to maintain icing consistency.

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