Soft-Baked Maple Donut Bars are a delightful treat that combines the flavors of maple and cinnamon in a soft, cake-like bar, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Author:Sabrina Hermes
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:12 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup maple syrup (for glaze)
1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
In another bowl, mix the melted butter, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the glaze, whisk together the maple syrup and powdered sugar in a small bowl until smooth.
Once the bars are completely cool, drizzle the maple glaze over the top and let it set for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
For a richer flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg to the dry ingredients.
Try adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for added texture and flavor.