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Homemade Maple Donut Bars

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Pillowy rectangular yeast donuts coated in a glossy maple glaze, these homemade Maple Donut Bars offer a bakery-quality treat with a soft, sweet bite.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup warm water
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter-flavored shortening (or regular)
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 cups bread flour (or all-purpose)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • Neutral frying oil (e.g., peanut oil)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp light corn syrup
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 tsp maple extract
  • 2–4 tbsp hot water

Instructions

  1. Combine warm water, yeast, and 1 tsp sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Mix in remaining sugar, shortening, egg yolks, and vanilla. Gradually add flour, salt, and baking powder. Knead until smooth.
  3. Let dough rise in a warm oven with a pan of hot water for about 1 hour or until doubled.
  4. Roll dough into an 11×12-inch rectangle and cut into 12 bars. Let rise again in the warm oven for 45 minutes.
  5. Heat oil to 350°F and fry each bar for 30–40 seconds per side until golden. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Whisk together powdered sugar, corn syrup, salt, vanilla, maple extract, and hot water to make the glaze.
  7. Dip cooled bars into the glaze and let set for 15–30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use bread flour for extra chewiness, but all-purpose works fine too.
  • Add bacon bits or switch to a chocolate glaze for variations.
  • Store at room temperature for 3–4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • To reheat, microwave for about 10 seconds to soften.
  • Create a homemade proofing box with a preheated oven and pan of boiling water.

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