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Maple Donut Bars

Close-up of two maple donut bars on a white plate, generously coated in a thick, glossy maple glaze.

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Bakery-style maple bars with a glossy maple glaze, perfect for cozy fall mornings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp maple extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1/2 tsp maple extract (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt in a bowl.
  2. Add warm milk, melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and maple extract. Knead until smooth.
  3. Let dough rise for 1 hour or until doubled.
  4. Roll dough into a rectangle, cut into bars, and let proof for 30 minutes.
  5. Fry bars in oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and maple extract for glaze. Drizzle over warm bars.

Notes

  • For best results, proof dough in a warm place.
  • Glaze should be thick but pourable—adjust with milk or sugar as needed.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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