Homemade Maple Bars

Indulge in the sweet satisfaction of *Homemade Maple Bars*, a bakery-inspired treat you can effortlessly recreate in your own kitchen. These fluffy, yeast-raised donuts are fried to golden perfection and generously coated with a luscious homemade maple glaze. With their tender interior and mouthwatering maple flavor, these bars are the ultimate comfort food for breakfast or dessert. Perfect for impressing at brunch or enjoying alongside your favorite warm beverage, this recipe combines classic ingredients like all-purpose flour, whole milk, and eggs with the rich essence of maple extract to deliver unparalleled flavor. Plus, with simple steps like kneading and frying, you’ll master the art of homemade donuts in just over an hour. Elevate your baking repertoire with this crowd-pleasing recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 Large eggs
• 4 cups Vegetable oil
• 2 cups Powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons Maple extract
• 2 tablespoons Whole milk (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and active dry yeast.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, warm 1 cup of milk and 4 tablespoons of butter over low heat until the butter is melted. Allow the mixture to cool until it's lukewarm.

Step 3

Add the milk-butter mixture and eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix until a sticky dough forms.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8 minutes until soft and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5 minutes.

Step 5

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll the dough into a rectangle approximately 1/2-inch thick.

Step 7

Cut the dough into 4x1.5-inch rectangles to form bars. Place the bars on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover, and let them rise again for 30 minutes.

Step 8

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully fry the dough bars in batches, about 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove from oil and let cool on a wire rack lined with paper towels.

Step 9

To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, maple extract, and 2 tablespoons of milk in a medium bowl until smooth.

Step 10

Once the bars are cool, dip the tops into the maple glaze, letting the excess drip off. Place them back on the wire rack to allow the glaze to set.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy your homemade maple bars!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2117.4 grams (2117.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10796

Total Fat 908.00g	1164%
Saturated Fat 156.30g	782%
Polyunsaturated Fat 537.90g
Cholesterol 528mg	176%
Sodium 2629mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 678.30g	247%
Dietary Fiber 14.50g	52%
Total Sugars 304.00g
Protein 73.60g	147%

Vitamin D 203IU	1013%
Calcium 472mg	36%
Iron 25mg	137%
Potassium 1216mg	26%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.1%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 24.3%