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Maple Bar Donuts Recipe

Maple Bar Donuts Recipe
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Delight in these homemade Maple Bar Donuts, featuring soft, yeasted dough fried to golden perfection and dipped in a luscious thick maple glaze. Perfect as a sweet breakfast treat or indulgent snack, these donuts combine classic flavors with a rich, sticky icing that maple lovers will adore.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 1 cup (8 fl oz/240 ml) lukewarm water
  • ½ cup (4 oz/115 g) granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup (2 oz/57 g) butter, softened
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 tablespoon instant yeast
  • 1¼ teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3½ cups (17½ oz/497 g) bread flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • Oil, for frying

Maple Glaze

  • 2 cups (8 oz/230 g) powdered sugar
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • ½ teaspoon maple extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook (or a large mixing bowl), combine lukewarm water, granulated sugar, softened butter, egg yolks, instant yeast, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix on medium-low speed until all ingredients are combined.
  2. Incorporate Flour and Baking Powder: Whisk together bread flour and baking powder in a separate bowl. Gradually add this flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until the dough blends and starts pulling away from the sides but remains soft and sticky. Add flour one tablespoon at a time if necessary. If mixing by hand, use a wooden spoon until dough thickens, then knead by hand for about 10 minutes.
  3. Knead the Dough: Continue kneading with the mixer on medium-low speed for 5 more minutes. Transfer the dough to a large oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rest in a warm spot for about 1 hour until it doubles in size.
  4. Shape the Donuts: Transfer the risen dough to a floured work surface. Gently roll it into a 10×12-inch (25½x30½ cm) rectangle, trimming edges if desired. Cut the rectangle in half to form two 5×12-inch (12½x30½ cm) strips, then cut each strip into six bars.
  5. Second Rise: Place the cut dough bars on two parchment-lined baking sheets dusted with flour. Cover with another baking sheet or loose plastic wrap to prevent drying. Let them rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
  6. Prepare for Frying: Line a baking sheet with a wire rack and set it near the stove. Fill a heavy-bottomed saucepan with 2 inches (5 cm) of oil and heat to 350°F (180°C) using a candy thermometer to maintain temperature.
  7. Fry the Donuts: Carefully fry each donut bar one at a time for about 1 minute on each side, or until golden brown. Remove and drain on the wire rack until completely cool.
  8. Make Maple Glaze: In a shallow bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, maple syrup, melted butter, and maple extract until the glaze is smooth and thick.
  9. Glaze the Donuts: Dip the top half of each cooled donut bar into the maple glaze, letting excess drip back into the bowl. Place donuts back on the wire rack to allow the glaze to set.
  10. Serve and Store: Serve the maple bars shortly after glazing for the best taste and texture. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day.

Notes

  • Use bread flour for a chewier texture and better rise.
  • Ensure the water is lukewarm to activate the yeast properly without killing it.
  • Maintain oil temperature at 350°F to avoid greasy donuts.
  • Maple extract intensifies the maple flavor but is optional if you prefer a subtler taste.
  • Doughnuts are best enjoyed fresh; refrigeration is not recommended as it may alter texture.
  • If dough feels too sticky after kneading, add flour sparingly—over-flouring can make donuts dense.

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