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Irresistible Buttermilk Donut Bars Recipe Perfect for Beginners

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These golden-brown buttermilk donut bars are soft, sweet, and melt in your mouth with every bite. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a late-night snack, they’re easy to make and a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your 9×13 baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups (250g) of all-purpose flour, 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup (180ml) buttermilk, 1/2 cup (115g) melted unsalted butter, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Make sure the melted butter is slightly cooled to avoid cooking the eggs.
  4. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Using a spatula, gently fold until just combined. Be careful not to overmix—stop as soon as you don’t see streaks of flour.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly. Smooth the top with your spatula.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bars comes out clean.
  7. While the bars are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons (30ml) milk, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk, a teaspoon at a time, if needed.
  8. Once the bars are done, let them cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then use the parchment overhang to lift them onto a cooling rack. Allow them to cool completely before glazing.
  9. Drizzle the glaze generously over the cooled bars. Let the glaze set for 10-15 minutes, then slice and serve.

Notes

[‘Measure ingredients accurately for best results.’, ‘Don’t overmix the batter to avoid dense bars.’, ‘Use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing and better texture.’, ‘Ensure your baking powder is fresh to avoid flat bars.’, ‘Cool bars completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting.’]

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Keywords: buttermilk donut bars, easy dessert recipe, baked donuts, breakfast treat, brunch recipe

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