Best Maple Donut Bars
Delicious homemade donut bars topped with a creamy maple glaze, easy to make and perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix together the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Lumps are fine!
- Pour the batter into the greased baking pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the bars cool, whisk together the powdered sugar and maple syrup for the glaze.
- Once the bars have cooled for about 10 minutes, drizzle the glaze over the top.
- Allow the glaze to set before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
For substitutions, consider using whole wheat flour or a gluten-free blend. Keep an eye on the baking time to prevent over-browning. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate.