Best Maple Donut Bars
These maple donut bars bring the taste of your favorite bakery right into your home with their fluffy base and sweet glaze.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour for added fiber.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted Can substitute with non-dairy butter for vegan option.
- 2 large eggs Can substitute with flax eggs for vegan option.
- 1/2 cup buttermilk Can replace with plant-based milk for vegan version.
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
Glaze Ingredients
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar For glazing the bars.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the melted butter, eggs, buttermilk, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before glazing.
Glazing
- For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and maple syrup until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars and let set before slicing.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for about a week. For long-term storage, freeze individually wrapped bars for up to 2 months.