Description
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Donut Bars with Brown Butter Maple Vanilla Bean Glaze. These delightful bars combine the tanginess of buttermilk with the rich, nutty essence of brown butter, creating an irresistible treat that’s perfect for brunch or as a sweet snack any time of day. With simple pantry staples and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll find this recipe both approachable and rewarding. The decadent glaze adds an extra layer of flavor, making these bars a crowd-pleaser for family gatherings or cozy mornings at home.
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
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light. Add eggs one by one and then vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding the dry mixture and buttermilk to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Spread batter in the prepared pan and bake for 22-25 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
- For the glaze, melt butter in a saucepan until brown; whisk in powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk to desired consistency.
- Pour glaze over cooled bars; let set before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 276
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 174mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 36mg