Maple Bars made easy in minutes with biscuit dough & a delicious homemade maple glaze. Never buy store bought again after tasting these warm, fresh maple frosted donuts!
This simple maple bar recipe is so delicious and creates bakery quality breakfast treats in a few short minutes. Making this maple donut bar at home is so easy, you will no longer need to make that trip to the bakery on Saturday mornings anymore!
Maple Donut Bars
Maple Bars have never been easier to make until now! This fast and delightful recipe will satisfy your donut craving and the maple glaze is incredible! I love, love, love doughnuts- they are one of my guilty pleasure! Don’t ask me my favorite kind either because it changes constantly. Maple Bars certainly frequent that list, so when I discovered that I could easily make them at home, well, I made a batch to celebrate! You should too- they are so simple to make and there is nothing like eating fresh made doughnuts. Be sure to watch the video showing just how easy these donuts are made!
Easy 15-Minute Maple Bars ingredients
Donut base
-Refrigerated biscuit dough: You will need 1 8-oz can of biscuit dough, I used Pillsbury Grand Homestyle Buttermilk biscuits and they turned out incredible.
-Canola oil: You will need 2 cups of oil for frying these donuts.
Maple Glaze
-Butter: Using ¼ cup butter will give the glaze a lovely rich flavor.
-Brown sugar: You will need ½ cup brown sugar for just the right amount of sweetness.
-Milk: Use 3 tbsp milk for the perfect consistency for this glaze.
-Corn syrup: You need 1 tbsp corn syrup for this glaze, it gives it great taste and texture.
-Maple extract: Use 2 tsp maple extract for wonderful flavor.
-Powdered sugar: You will need 2 cups powder sugar for the base of this glaze.
How to make Maple Bar Donuts
Start by pouring 2 cups of canola oil into a medium sized saucepan and begin heating on medium-low heat.
Shape the Dough
Then, open the biscuit dough and separate each chunk.
Proceed to gently stretch each biscuit into an oblong shape, as opposed to the round shape it comes in.
Make the Maple Icing
In a small saucepan, combine butter and brown sugar. Whisk in the milk and heat for about 5 minutes on medium heat, stirring often, until butter is melted and sugar is dissolved.
Then, remove from heat and add in the corn syrup and maple extract. Stir to combine.
After that, add in powdered sugar ½ cup at a time, whisking until smooth between additions. Continue until all 2 cups has been added and it completely smooth.
Once all powdered sugar is added, keep maple glaze warm on the stove, whisking occasionally. Glaze will begin to harden if you leave it sitting- which is what you want! Add 1-2 tsp more milk if necessary to have a creamy and somewhat thick consistency.
Fry the donuts
Check the temperature of the oil using a digital thermometer– it needs to read 350 degrees F. Increase heat gradually if necessary.
This process of cooking the doughnuts goes very fast, so have a paper towel covered plate ready to set the bars on when cooked.
Once oil is ready, drop bars in 2 at a time. Let cook for about 2 minutes, then turn and cook an additional 2 minutes on the other side. The bars should be a nice golden brown.
Dip in Maple Glaze
Let bars cool for a few minutes, then whisk the glaze to make sure it’s smooth enough to dip each bar. Dip the bar, then immediately turn glaze side up and place on a cooling rack.
Repeat this process until all bars are fried and glazed. They are best eaten within an hour, but even the next morning they are amazing!
Serve fresh and enjoy!
Maple Bars
Ingredients
Donut bar
- 8 ct refrigerated biscuit dough I used Pillsbury Grand Homestyle Buttermilk biscuits
- 2 cups canola oil for frying
Maple glaze
- ¼ cup butter
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 3 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp corn syrup
- 2 tsp maple extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Start by pouring 2 cups of canola oil into a medium sized saucepan and begin heating on medium-low heat.
- Open the biscuit dough and separate. Gently stretch the biscuits into an oblong shape, as opposed to the round shape they come in.
- In a small saucepan, combine butter and brown sugar. Whisk in milk and heat for about 5 minutes on medium heat, stirring often, until butter is melted and sugar is dissolved.
- Remove from heat and add in corn syrup and maple extract. Add in powdered sugar 1/2 cup at a time, whisking until smooth between additions.
- Glaze will begin to harden if you leave it sitting- which is what you want! Once all powdered sugar is added, keep maple glaze warm on the stove, whisking occasionally. Add 1-2 tsp more milk if necessary.
- Check the temperature of the oil using a meat thermometer– it needs to read 350°F. Increase heat gradually if necessary. This process of cooking the doughnuts goes very fast, so have a paper towel covered plate ready to set the bars on when cooked.
- Once oil is ready, drop bars in 2 at a time. Let cook for about 2 minutes, then turn and cook an additional 2 minutes on the other side. Bars should be a nice golden brown.
- Let bars cool for a few minutes, then whisk the glaze to make sure it’s smooth enough to dip each bar. Dip the bar, then immediately turn glaze side up on a cooling rack.
- Repeat this process until all bars are fried and glazed. They’re best eaten within an hour, but even the next morning they’re amazing!
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How long are homemade donuts good for?
If stored in an airtight container at room temperature these donuts will last 1-2 days. They are best served eaten the same day, because they are so easy to make you can make a batch at a time and enjoy them fresh every time.
Can I freeze donuts made at home?
You sure can. The best way to freeze homemade donuts is to not glaze them beforehand. Wrap them tightly with plastic wrap and store in an airtight container or ziplocked bag. When you are ready to enjoy them, make the glaze and bring them to room temperature. I would even heat them in the oven at 300 degrees F for 5-8 minutes and then add the glaze.
If you liked these Maple Bars, check out our other donut recipes:
- Easy 15-Minute Chocolate Glazed Donuts
- Easy 15-Minute Pumpkin Spice Glazed Donuts
- Homemade Strawberry Glazed Donuts
- Easy 15-Minute Raspberry Glazed Donuts
- Easy Valentines Cream Filled Donuts
Making this maple donut bar at home is so easy, you can treat your family on the weekend with these delicious and satisfying donuts!
Katrina Epperly says
If you want a thicker later of icing what do you suggest?
Jessica says
Add more powdered sugar until you get the thickness you’re okay with! 😉
Sharon says
I let mine set up a bit then re-dipped them for a double layer!
Tina says
These look awesome, however, I try to avoid corn syrup. Any possible substitutions? Outdoor maple syrup work, or is it too thin? Thanks.
Jessica says
Maple syrup will be fine- you’ll just have to add the maple extract too, or there won’t be enough maple flavor. 😉
Steve R. says
Thanks. That was going to be my question.
Sophie says
You do realize that regular corn syrup is not the same as high fructose corn syrup, right? I avoid high fructose corn syrup but corn syrup like Karo does not have all the health issues associated with high-fructose corn syrup.
Marsha says
These were SO good!! I love the maple glaze!
Alison says
Marsha, yes me too! So happy you enjoyed them!
Liz says
Oh, my gosh, these were irresistible…..I ate way too many! Thanks for the marvelous recipe!
wilhelmina says
This is a great recipe for a weekend breakfast! Fabulous!
Carrie says
Oh I am so trying these….absolutely yummy looking which means I will be making these all the time for breakfast on the weekends for the kids. Thank you for sharing.
Alison says
Carrie, Donuts for breakfast are the best! Enjoy!
Kristy Lacey says
This recipe is officially added to my favorites. My husband and son labeled it a home-run! The glaze is seriously perfect. I’d recommend getting the Grands Biscuits with flaky layers, those were our favorite. Also my dough only took about 1 min to brown in the oil, but I might have had it too hot. Either way the recipe turned out great! Will plan to make again and again.
Alison says
Kristy, we love this one too! Thanks so much for sharing, I’m so glad you and your fam could enjoy these as much as we do!
Sharon says
This is a delicious recipe! I just made them and learned a thing or two. The oil needs to be NO HOTTER than 350 degrees because mine cooked way too fast, resulting in too much brownness on the outside and doughy/not done in the middle. By the time I did my last two after turning down the oil temp and stretching the dough out thinner, they turned out great. Also I double dipped them after the first layer of icing set up just a bit. Delicious!
Jessica says
Great idea to double dip! I’m so glad you liked them!
S J Gerg says
Has anyone tried air-frying this recipe? Maybe spraying a thin layer of oil before air frying? would love to hear the results. thanks.
Regan says
Hello! I made these in my air fryer this morning – did 5-6 minutes at 350, and flipped them half way through. Worked very well!!!
Jessica says
THANK YOU SO MUCH for this Regan! I am going to try it in my air fryer!
IRENE CASCELL says
can you fill inside with a cream
Jessica says
Absolutely! That is a wonderful idea!
Taylor says
Oh my yum!!! So delicious and the perfect morning treat!
Linda says
What a simple way to get a sweet treat! And nothing is better than a rich maple glaze to finish them off. And I’m with you on the doughnuts – I can’t pick a favorite either!
IRENE CASCELL says
can you bake instead of frying
Barbara Marrin says
I baked the ones I made, they were delicious and no added calories from frying.! I baked at 350 deg for about 12 minutes, check often to avoid too much browning.
Sue says
Good stuff.
Marty says
I made these and they were awesome. I crumbled fried bacon on them., delicious!!
Thank you for sharing! .
Alison says
Marty, Excellent idea, I am definitely doing that next time! Glad you enjoyed them!
Jesse says
This is by far my favorite donut and now my favorite donut recipe! I used to have maple glazed donuts as a child and LOVED them, but they are so hard to find in NJ. So THANK YOU for sharing this recipe!! Now I can have them anytime I want them…and so fast and easy to make! They are DELICIOUS….just like I remember ’em!!! Can’t wait to try them with the bacon crumble someone mentioned…that just sounds AMAZING!
Alison says
Jesse, that really does sound amazing! I’m so glad you are enjoying these!
Barbara Marrin says
These are a delicious alternative to donut shop and CHEAP to make. I baked mine in a 300 deg oven instead of frying, made my own recipe of maple frosting and ate WAY TOO MANY!
Bre says
I used this recipe for just the glaze (because my donuts had to be gluten free) and it came out really yummy! The only issue I have is that my maple extract made it taste a bit alcoholish and I didn’t love that. What brand of maple extract do you suggest using?
Jessica says
I struggle with extracts too! My favorite is the Watkins brand- I get it from Walmart.
Regan says
These are excellent! We don’t have a donut shop close and these satisfied the craving. I made mine in an air fryer – 5-6 minutes at 350, flipping dough halfway through. So good! Question: we had some leftovers, do you recommend refrigerating them to store or are they fine in a container on the counter?
Jessica says
Leftovers are fine on the countertop… they seem to disappear quickly when left unattended. 😉