Irresistibly Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars You’ll Love for Breakfast or Dessert Bliss! are the ultimate sweet delight that feels like a donut spinning on a sheet pan, saving time and avoiding the fryer. They’re airy, moist, and coated in a glossy maple glaze that lifts the spirit. Because they bake in one pan, cleanup is a breeze, and you can seal a batch for tomorrow’s brunch. Pair them with my Coffee Cake Muffins with Crumble Magic for a classic Sunday feel.
Why You'll Love Irresistibly Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars You’ll Love for Breakfast or Dessert Bliss! Quick & Easy Breakfast Treat
- Ultra-soft crumb sticks to every bite, just like a freshly fried donut.
- Maple glaze delivers a sweet‑savory finish that satisfies every craving.
- One‑pan baking means less energy and mud‑free kitchen.
- Ready in under an hour—minimal prep, maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup all‑purpose flour
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Seasonings & Flavor Boosters
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Optional Toppings
- 1 tbsp maple glaze additional (optional)
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat & prep pan: Heat oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment.
Step 2
Mix wet ingredients: Grease a bowl, whisk melted butter, maple syrup, eggs, milk, vanilla, and brown sugar until silky.
Step 3
Combine dry & wet: Sift flours, baking soda, powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg into a bowl, then fold into wet mix until just combined; stir in pecans.
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Try these Irresistibly Soft Baked Maple Donut Bars You’ll Love for Breakfast or Dessert Bliss! Moist maple-glazed bars bake in 25 minutes—airy donuts that wow.