Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Donuts Bars
Savor the delightful taste of golden, fluffy Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Donuts Bars topped with a decadent brown butter maple glaze. Perfect for Sunday brunch or festive gatherings, these treats promise to evoke sweet memories and satisfy cravings. Simple to prepare, they are sure to impress your family and friends with their rich flavor and charming appearance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, melt butter, then mix in buttermilk.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid over-mixing.
- Pour batter into the greased pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until lightly springy when touched.
- For the glaze, melt more butter until golden brown, then mix with maple syrup and vanilla bean paste.
- Drizzle glaze over warm donut bars and let set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Substitute buttermilk with yogurt or sour cream for a unique twist. Add chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor and texture.