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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.

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

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