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

Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Donut Bars with Brown Butter Maple Vanilla Bean Glaze
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Indulge in the warm, nostalgic flavors of Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Donut Bars with Brown Butter Maple Vanilla Bean Glaze. These delightful bars feature a tender crumb, enhanced by the rich sweetness of a brown butter glaze that adds a luxurious touch to your baking repertoire. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these donut bars are simple to make and sure to impress family and friends. With straightforward steps and everyday ingredients, even novice bakers can create this indulgent treat. Slice them into generous pieces for sharing or enjoy them on your own — either way, they’re bound to be a hit!

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 1–2 tbsp milk (for thinning, as needed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix well after each addition; stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients and buttermilk alternately until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top. Bake for 22–25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. While cooling, make the glaze: Melt butter in a saucepan until golden brown; remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar, maple syrup, and adjust consistency with milk if necessary.
  7. Once cooled, pour glaze over the bars before slicing.

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