Maple Bars Doughnuts Recipe

Name: Maple Bars Doughnuts
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 63 min
Total time: 93 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1 package (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast; Warm Water; Margarine; 1-2 tablespoons milk (for frosting); 1/2 cup cold water; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; 4-5 cups all-purpose flour; Oil; 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting); Maple Flavoring

Indulge in the irresistible taste of Maple Bars Doughnuts, a Northwestern culinary gem! This recipe, halved from a family favorite, yields deliciously fluffy, deep-fried bars, perfect for breakfast or a decadent treat. Learn how to make these easy-to-follow, golden-brown delights, optionally filled with creamy Bavarian cream and topped with a luscious maple frosting. Get ready to experience a taste of the Pacific Northwest!

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 63 mins

Calories 7186.2 kcal

Protein 235g

Rating 2.0 (2 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Maple Bars Doughnuts

1 package (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
Warm Water
Margarine
1-2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
1/2 cup cold water
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
4-5 cups all-purpose flour
Oil
1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
Maple Flavoring

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How to Make Maple Bars Doughnuts

Activate yeast: In a large bowl, combine 1 package (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast and 1/2 cup warm water (105-115°F). Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
Prepare milk mixture: In a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt. Heat over medium heat in 2 cups of milk until butter is melted and sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup cold water.
Combine wet ingredients: Let the milk mixture cool slightly (until lukewarm). Whisk in 2 large eggs.
Mix yeast and milk mixtures: Once the milk mixture is lukewarm, add it to the yeast mixture and stir to combine.
Add flour: Gradually add 4-5 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing with a wooden spoon or mixer until a soft, workable dough forms. Do not overmix.
Roll and cut: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll into a 1/4-1/2 inch thick rectangle.
Cut into bars: Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the dough into 2-3 inch by 5-6 inch rectangular bars.
First rise: Place the bars onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1-1.5 hours).
Fry the doughnuts: Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C). Carefully fry the bars, a few at a time, until golden brown on both sides (about 2-3 minutes per side).
Drain and cool: Remove the fried bars with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack set over paper towels to drain excess oil. Let cool completely.
Fill and frost (optional): Once cool, fill the bars with Bavarian cream (store-bought or homemade) and frost with your favorite maple frosting. Frost immediately before serving, as the frosting may slide off if it sits.
Make the maple frosting: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup powdered sugar, 2-4 tablespoons maple syrup, 1-2 tablespoons milk, and a pinch of salt. Beat with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy. Adjust sweetness and consistency as needed.