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Buttermilk Donut Bars with Brown Butter Maple Vanilla Bean Glaze

Buttermilk Donut Bars with Brown Butter Maple Glaze Delight

Delight in these Buttermilk Donut Bars with Brown Butter Maple Vanilla Bean Glaze, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donut Bars
  • 2 cups All-purpose Flour Can substitute with a gluten-free blend.
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder Helps bars rise for a light texture.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Works with baking powder for extra lift.
  • 1 tsp Ground Nutmeg Essential for nostalgic flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances flavor balance.
  • 1/2 cup Softened Butter Unsalted is best.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can experiment with brown sugar.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature is best.
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract Contributes depth and warmth.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with homemade version.
For the Brown Butter Maple Vanilla Bean Glaze
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Essential for creamy texture.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Adds maple sweetness.
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Bean Paste Optional, but highly recommended.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a larger mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well before stirring in the vanilla extract.
  4. Alternately add dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with flour. Mix just until combined.
  5. Spread the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 22-25 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  6. While the bars cool, melt the butter in a saucepan until golden brown. Whisk in powdered sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla bean paste until smooth.
  7. Pour the glaze generously over the still-warm bars and let set at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

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