Description
Looking for the best maple donut bars? These easy and quick soft baked bars are simple, cozy, and full of maple flavor. The best idea for breakfast, brunch, or holiday baking! Moist and sweet with a maple glaze on top, they’re quick to whip up and perfect for fall. Save this healthy-ish recipe for your next baking day!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2–3 tbsp maple syrup (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8×8 or 9×9 pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in eggs and vanilla extract until combined.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients with milk and maple syrup, beginning and ending with flour.
- Spread batter into pan and bake 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While baking, whisk powdered sugar with maple syrup to form glaze. Add a splash of milk if needed.
- Pour glaze over warm bars and spread evenly.
- Cool completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
- Use real maple syrup for best flavor.
- Double the glaze for a thicker topping.
- Let bars cool fully before cutting for clean slices.
- Store in airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast or Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American