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Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Donut Bars

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  • Author: quickdish
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Irresistibly tender and flavorful, these Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Donut Bars are perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat, drizzled with a creamy glaze that elevates their deliciousness.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish generously.
  2. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
  3. Combine buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla in another bowl.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just blended.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  8. Drizzle the glaze over cooled bars, slice into squares, and enjoy!

Notes

Make the batter a day in advance to save time. Consider adding chocolate chips or nuts for variety.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg