Print

Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Donut Bars with Brown Butter Maple Vanilla Bean Glaze

Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Donut Bars with Brown Butter Maple Vanilla Bean Glaze
Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Indulge in the delightful experience of Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Donut Bars with Brown Butter Maple Vanilla Bean Glaze. These baked treats combine a tender, cake-like texture with a rich, sweet glaze that is sure to evoke warm memories of cozy mornings and family gatherings. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert, these donut bars offer a unique flavor that will charm your friends and family alike. With straightforward ingredients and easy preparation steps, they are accessible for bakers of all skill levels.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (for glaze)
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
  • 1–2 tbsp milk (for thinning, as needed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground nutmeg, and salt.
  3. Cream the softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with buttermilk until just mixed.
  5. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 22-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. For the glaze, melt unsalted butter until golden brown, then whisk in powdered sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla bean paste until smooth.
  7. Pour the warm glaze over cooled donut bars and let it set before slicing.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://allcrockpots.com/old-fashioned-buttermilk-donut-bars-with-brown-butter-maple-vanilla-bean-glaze/