Maple Bars: Easy & Indulgent Treats for Weekend Baking
These maple bars are a perfect blend of sweetness and indulgence, ideal for a weekend treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs and mix well, then stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just blended.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bars cool, then mix powdered sugar with milk and drizzle over the top.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark maple syrup.
- These bars can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Maple Bars, Baking, Treats
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