Maple Bars Doughnuts

Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of homemade Maple Bars Doughnuts, a bakery-style classic you can make right in your kitchen! These fluffy, yeast-risen doughnuts are fried to golden perfection, then generously coated with a luscious maple glaze made from real maple syrup. Perfectly soft on the inside with a delicate crisp on the outside, these rectangular treats are a nostalgic favorite for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon pick-me-up. With simple pantry ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you'll enjoy the scent of warm dough and maple syrup wafting through your home. Serve them fresh for a truly delightful homemade doughnut experience that rivals your favorite coffee shop.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Whole milk
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 2 cups Powdered sugar
• 0.25 cup Maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for glaze)
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Milk (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, warm the milk until it's about 110°F (lukewarm). Remove from heat and stir in the granulated sugar until dissolved. Sprinkle the yeast over the milk and let it sit for 5-7 minutes, or until foamy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, add the flour and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and melted butter. Pour the yeast mixture and the egg mixture into the flour and mix until a dough forms.

Step 3

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 4

Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/2-inch thickness. Cut the dough into bar shapes (approximately 4 inches by 2 inches) and place the bars on a lined baking sheet. Cover with a towel and let them rise again for 30-40 minutes.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F. Fry the doughnuts in batches, cooking each side for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and place on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 6

To make the maple glaze, combine powdered sugar, maple syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and milk in a medium bowl. Whisk until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add a bit more milk, a teaspoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.

Step 7

While the doughnuts are still slightly warm, dip the tops into the maple glaze, allowing any excess to drip off. Place them back on the wire rack to let the glaze set.

Step 8

Serve the maple bars fresh and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2160.5 grams (2160.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	11710

Total Fat 1015.30g	1302%
Saturated Fat 172.40g	862%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 528mg	176%
Sodium 1455mg	63%
Total Carbohydrate 679.80g	247%
Dietary Fiber 12.80g	46%
Total Sugars 352.80g
Protein 68.00g	136%

Vitamin D 220IU	1098%
Calcium 468mg	36%
Iron 22mg	121%
Potassium 1166mg	25%

*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: 75.3%

Protein: 2.2%

Carbs: 22.4%