Maple Donut Bars From Scratch

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Maple Donut Bars From Scratch

Learn how to make authentic homemade maple donut bars with a soft, pillowy texture and rich maple glaze. This recipe is perfect for a cozy morning or a special brunch.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 12 bars

Course: Breakfast, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Yeast Donut Dough

4 cups All-purpose flour or bread flour for a chewier bite
1 packet Active dry yeast to ensure your homemade donuts rise to glory
1 cup Whole milk warmed to about 110 degrees
1/3 cup Granulated sugar for a subtle sweetness
1/2 cup Unsalted butter softened at room temperature
2 large Eggs farm fresh if you can find them
1 teaspoon Salt to balance the maple frosting
1 pinch Nutmeg because it adds that classic bakery scent

Easy Maple Donut Bars Glaze

2 cups Powdered sugar sifted
2 tablespoons Brown sugar for a brown sugar glaze depth
2 teaspoons Maple extract for that punchy, nostalgic flavor
2 tablespoons Pure maple syrup to enrich the maple extract glaze
2-3 tablespoons Heavy cream to achieve the perfect consistency
1 tablespoon Light corn syrup for the professional shine found in corn syrup icing

Equipment

Slow Cooker
Mixing bowl
Stand Mixer
Parchment paper
skillet,
Wire rack

Method

Bloom the Yeast

Mix the Dough

The Knead

First Rise

Shape the Bars

Second Rise

Fry to Golden Perfection

Glaze

Notes

These maple donut bars are best served warm, ideally within an hour of glazing. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, pop a maple donut bar in the microwave for exactly 8 seconds.