Maple Donut Bars
Fluffy, golden-fried yeast donuts cut into squares and dipped in a thick, rich maple glaze. A classic donut shop favorite made at home.
Pin Share Print Servings: 12 donut
Calories: 320kcal
Cost: $8
Equipment
- 1 Stand mixer (With dough hook)
- 1 Heavy Pot (For frying)
- 1 Thermometer (Deep fry)
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups all-purpose flour - For dough
- 1 cup milk - Warm (110°F)
- 2.25 teaspoon instant yeast - 1 packet
- ⅓ cup sugar - Granulated
- 2 large eggs - Room temp
- ⅓ cup butter - Softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar - Sifted, for glaze
- ¼ cup maple syrup - Pure
- 1 teaspoon maple extract - Essential flavor
- 3 tablespoon heavy cream - For glaze consistency
Instructions
- Mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Add warm milk and eggs; mix until shaggy.
- Add butter and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth. Let rise for 1.5 hours.
- Roll dough to ½ inch thick. Cut into squares with center holes. Rise again for 45 mins.
- Fry in 350°F oil for 1 minute per side until golden. Drain on rack.
- Whisk glaze ingredients. Dip warm donuts into glaze and let set.
Notes
Use maple extract for that signature bakery flavor. Maintain oil temperature at 350°F to prevent greasiness.
Nutrition
Serving: 85g | Calories: 320kcal (16%) | Carbohydrates: 52g (17%) | Protein: 5g (10%) | Fat: 10g (15%) | Saturated Fat: 4g (25%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 45mg (15%) | Sodium: 110mg (5%) | Potassium: 80mg (2%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 28g (31%) | Vitamin A: 150IU (3%) | Calcium: 40mg (4%) | Iron: 2mg (11%)