Description
Indulge in the warm, gooey goodness of Baked Maple Donut Bars – a comforting and easy-to-make treat that delivers a restaurant-quality dessert in just 20 minutes. These bars are bursting with maple flavor and feature a soft, cake-like texture that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. – Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
2. – In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. – In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
4. – Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
5. – Stir in the milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
6. – Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
7. – Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
8. – Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. – Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting and serving.
Notes
For an extra indulgent treat, drizzle the cooled bars with a simple maple glaze made by mixing 1 cup of powdered sugar with 2-3 tablespoons of maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American