Soft Sweet Maple Bars (Print-Friendly Version)
Soft, sweet maple bars with warm spices, perfect for a cozy treat alongside a hot drink.
# Ingredients List:
→ Dry Ingredients
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250 grams all-purpose flour
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200 grams granulated sugar
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8 grams baking powder
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2.5 grams baking soda
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2.5 grams salt
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2.5 grams ground cinnamon
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2.5 grams ground nutmeg
→ Wet Ingredients
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120 milliliters whole milk
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2 large eggs
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60 grams unsalted butter, melted
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10 milliliters vanilla extract
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60 milliliters maple syrup (for the batter)
→ Maple Glaze
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30 milliliters maple syrup (for the glaze)
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120 grams powdered sugar
# Detailed Cooking Steps:
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Preheat the oven to 175°C. Grease a 23×23 cm baking dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly distributed.
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In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and 60 milliliters maple syrup until smooth and well combined.
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Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until the batter is smooth and uniform. Avoid overmixing to prevent a dense texture.
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Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly with a spatula for uniform baking.
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Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean and the surface is lightly golden.
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While baking, whisk the powdered sugar and 30 milliliters maple syrup in a small bowl until smooth, adjusting maple syrup to achieve a pourable consistency.
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Allow the bars to cool in the pan for approximately 10 minutes to set and firm slightly.
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Drizzle the maple glaze evenly over the cooled bars. Let the glaze set for a few minutes until it hardens slightly.
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Slice the bars into squares and serve warm or at room temperature, ideal with coffee or tea.
# Helpful Hints:
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Use premium maple syrup to enhance flavor; do not overmix batter to maintain a tender crumb; adjust glaze syrup for desired sweetness and consistency.