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Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Donut Bars

Irresistible Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Donut Bars You’ll Adore

Delicious Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Donut Bars with Brown Butter Maple Vanilla Bean Glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with a gluten-free blend.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg Essential for classic donut aroma.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Use room temperature for best results.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs Use room temperature for better incorporation.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with milk mixed with vinegar or lemon juice.
For the Glaze
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste Pure vanilla extract works as an alternative.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased or lined 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then blend in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture and buttermilk in three parts, alternating, and mix until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly, and bake for 22-25 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  7. For the glaze, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Whisk in powdered sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla bean paste.
  8. When the bars are cool, pour the glaze over and let set for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These donut bars are perfect warm with coffee or fruit salad, and they store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.

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