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Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars

Delicious Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars for Cozy Brunches

These Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars are a delightful and easy treat perfect for cozy brunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Desserts
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with whole wheat or gluten-free blends for a different texture.
  • 1 cups Granulated Sugar Consider using coconut sugar for a lower glycemic option.
  • 1/2 cups Brown Sugar Light or dark brown sugar works interchangeably.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure freshness for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Check expiry date for effective leavening.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Use kosher or sea salt for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Consider nutmeg for an alternative flavor profile.
  • 1/2 cups Unsalted Butter Can be replaced with coconut oil or margarine for dairy-free.
  • 3/4 cups Pure Maple Syrup Use grade A or B maple for rich taste.
  • 1/2 cups Milk Dairy-free milk options, like almond or oat milk, can be used.
  • 1 large Egg Substitute with a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla extract for best results.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Baking pan
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch square baking pan lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Whisk until blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, melt the unsalted butter and mix it with pure maple syrup, milk, a large egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients gently, mixing until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the bars cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before lifting them out to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Gently mix the wet and dry ingredients until just combined. Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Store in an airtight container after cooling.

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