Description
These Maple Donut Bars From Scratch are a delightful treat that will satisfy your sweet cravings. Made with a rich dough and sweet maple glaze, these donuts are perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 2 tsp dry active yeast
- 1/2 cup + 1 Tbsp cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 5 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 5 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Maple Glaze:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 TBSP milk
- 1 TBSP corn syrup
- 2 tsp maple extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Froth up the yeast: Combine warm water, warm milk, 1 tbsp sugar, and yeast. Let it sit until foamy.
- Combine everything in a stand mixer: Mix flour, salt, sugar, yeast mixture, and eggs. Add butter and mix until smooth.
- Let the dough rise: Allow the dough to double in size for about 1 hour.
- Punch and proof a second time: Reshape the dough and let it rise again.
- Roll, cut, and proof the donuts again: Roll out the dough, cut into bars, and let rise.
- Fry the donuts: Fry the donut bars until golden brown.
- Make the maple glaze and dip: Prepare the maple glaze, dip the cooled donuts, and let them set.
Notes
- You can customize the glaze by adding toppings like chopped nuts or sprinkles.
- Ensure the oil is at the right temperature for frying to achieve a crispy exterior.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut bar
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Maple Donut Bars, Homemade Donuts, Maple Glaze, Breakfast Treat
