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Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars Recipe

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Enjoy a delightful breakfast treat with these Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars that combine the warm flavors of cinnamon and pure maple syrup in a moist, tender bar topped with a sweet glaze.

Ingredients

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For the Batter

  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (freshly ground for best flavor)
  • 2 large Eggs (at room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup (pure maple syrup recommended)
  • 1/2 cup Milk (whole or non-dairy options allowed)
  • 1/4 cup Butter (melted and slightly cooled)

For the Glaze

  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with greased parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars after baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and freshly ground cinnamon until well combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, maple syrup, milk, and melted butter together until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
  4. Combine Batter: Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring just until combined without over-mixing to maintain a soft texture.
  5. Bake: Pour and spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Prepare Glaze and Drizzle: Mix the powdered sugar with milk until smooth to form a glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars to add a sweet finishing touch.

Notes

  • Optional: Top with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar for extra flavor and a lovely crunch.
  • Ensure all ingredients, especially baking powder, and cinnamon, are fresh for the best flavor and rise.
  • For easier serving, allow bars to cool completely before slicing.
  • If desired, substitute dairy milk with almond or oat milk for a non-dairy version.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Keywords: maple donut bars, soft baked breakfast bars, cinnamon maple bars, maple syrup dessert, easy baked breakfast

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