Homemade Maple Bars with Maple Glaze Recipe

Introduction

Maple bars are a beloved treat featuring soft, fluffy doughnuts topped with a sweet maple glaze. This homemade recipe lets you enjoy bakery-style maple bars fresh from your kitchen, perfect for breakfast or a delightful snack.

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup milk
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 1/4 teaspoons yeast
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon maple extract
• 1 tablespoon water
• Vegetable oil for frying (about 1 1/2 to 2 inches deep)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place the milk and butter in a microwave-safe dish and microwave for about one minute until the butter is melted. If not fully melted, heat slightly longer.
2. Step 2: Pour the warm milk and butter mixture into a stand mixer bowl. Check the temperature; it should be between 100°F and 110°F. If it’s too hot, let it cool. Add the yeast and wait about 10 minutes for it to become bubbly, indicating proofing.
3. Step 3: Once yeast is proofed, add granulated sugar, salt, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Briefly mix using the paddle attachment.
4. Step 4: Switch to the dough hook attachment. Add the flour and mix on low speed for about 5 minutes until dough is slightly sticky.
5. Step 5: Remove the bowl from the mixer, cover the dough tightly with plastic wrap, and allow it to rise until doubled in size, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
6. Step 6: Punch down the dough and let it rest while preparing a floured surface such as a large cutting board, silicone mat, or clean countertop. Roll the dough into a 12×8-inch rectangle.
7. Step 7: Use a knife, pizza cutter, or bench scraper to cut off rounded edges for a clean rectangle. Then cut the dough into twelve bars, each approximately 4 inches long and 2 inches wide. Separate the bars slightly, cover with a kitchen towel, and let rise for 30 minutes.
8. Step 8: Prepare a deep fryer or electric skillet with 1 1/2 to 2 inches of vegetable oil, heating it to 350°F for frying.
9. Step 9: Fry one or two bars at a time for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove with tongs and place on a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain excess oil.
10. Step 10: In a medium bowl, combine powdered sugar, pure maple syrup, maple extract, and water to create a runny glaze.
11. Step 11: Dip the top of each fried maple bar into the glaze or brush the glaze evenly on top. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes.
12. Step 12: Enjoy fresh at room temperature. Best consumed the same day for optimum freshness.

Tips & Variations

• Ensure the milk is not too hot when adding yeast to avoid killing it; warm but comfortable to touch is ideal.
• For a richer flavor, substitute half the milk with buttermilk or add a touch of cinnamon to the dough.
• If you don’t have maple extract, increase the pure maple syrup slightly to enhance the maple flavor.
• Use a candy thermometer to maintain oil temperature at 350°F for even frying and less greasy maple bars.

Storage

Store maple bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one day to maintain their softness. Reheat briefly in a microwave or oven to refresh the glaze and dough. Because they are best fresh, avoid storing them longer as they may become soggy.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I bake maple bars instead of frying?

Yes, you can bake them at 375°F for about 15-20 minutes until golden brown, but frying gives them their classic crispy texture and flavor.

What can I use if I don’t have maple extract?

If you don’t have maple extract, you can use more pure maple syrup or a small amount of vanilla extract as a substitute, though the flavor will be less intense.

Homemade Maple Bars with Maple Glaze Recipe

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Delight in these classic homemade Maple Bars, featuring a soft, yeasted dough fried to golden perfection and topped with a luscious, pure maple syrup glaze. This recipe walks you through creating the perfect balance of fluffy texture and sweet maple flavor, ideal for a special breakfast treat or an indulgent snack.

• Author: rami
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
• Yield: 12 maple bars 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Frying
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dough

• 3/4 cup milk
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Maple Glaze

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon maple extract
• 1 tablespoon water

For Frying

• Vegetable oil (about 1 1/2 to 2 inches deep)

Instructions

1. Heat Milk and Butter: Place the milk and butter in a microwave-safe dish and microwave for about one minute until the butter is melted. If it’s not fully melted, continue heating in short intervals.
2. Activate Yeast: Pour the warm milk and butter mixture into a stand mixer bowl and ensure the temperature is between 100°F and 110°F to avoid killing the yeast. Add the yeast and wait about 10 minutes until it becomes bubbly, indicating it’s properly proofed.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: Once the yeast is proofed, add granulated sugar, salt, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Briefly mix with the paddle attachment until combined.
4. Add Flour and Knead Dough: Switch to the dough hook attachment and add flour. Mix on low speed for about 5 minutes until the dough is slightly sticky but well-formed.
5. First Rise: Remove the bowl from the mixer, cover the dough tightly with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.
6. Prepare Surface and Shape Dough: Punch down the risen dough and let it rest. On a floured surface like a cutting board or silicone mat, roll dough into a 12×8-inch rectangle.
7. Trim and Cut Bars: Trim rounded edges to form a clean rectangle. Cut the dough into twelve bars, around 4 inches long and 2 inches wide. Separate slightly, cover with a kitchen towel, and let rise again for 30 minutes.
8. Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or electric skillet to 350°F, ensuring it is about 1 1/2 to 2 inches deep for optimal frying.
9. Fry Maple Bars: Fry one or two bars at a time for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden brown. Use tongs to remove and place on a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain excess oil.
10. Prepare Maple Glaze: In a medium bowl, combine powdered sugar, pure maple syrup, maple extract, and water to make a smooth, runny glaze.
11. Glaze the Bars: Dip the top of each fried bar into the glaze or brush it evenly over the top. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving.
12. Serve and Store: Enjoy the maple bars fresh at room temperature. For best flavor and texture, consume on the same day.

Notes

• Ensure the milk mixture is not too hot when adding yeast to avoid killing the yeast.
• The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable for easier shaping and cutting.
• Use a thermometer to maintain the oil temperature at 350°F for even frying without excessive oil absorption.
• Do not overcrowd the fryer to maintain the oil temperature.
• Store any leftovers in an airtight container but note they are best enjoyed fresh.
• Maple extract enhances the maple flavor but can be omitted if unavailable; increase pure maple syrup slightly as a substitute.

Keywords: maple bars, fried dough, maple glaze, homemade doughnuts, breakfast treat, sweet glaze