Maple Bar Cake
Indulge in the rich, cozy sweetness of a Maple Bar Cake, a delightful dessert inspired by the classic maple bar donut. This moist and tender sheet cake is infused with pure maple syrup for an authentic, deep maple flavor, complemented by the warmth of brown sugar and vanilla. Topped with a luscious maple glaze that’s perfectly smooth and just the right amount of sweet, every bite is a celebration of fall and comfort-food indulgence. Quick and easy to prepare in just under an hour, this 9x13-inch cake is perfect for sharing at parties, potlucks, or cozy family gatherings. Whether served as a casual treat or dressed up for a special occasion, this maple bar cake is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups Brown sugar, packed
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.5 cups Pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 0.25 cups Pure maple syrup (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoons Heavy cream (optional for glaze consistency)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Mix in the pure maple syrup and vanilla extract until combined.
Reduce the mixer speed to low and alternate adding the dry flour mixture and milk in three additions, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined—do not overmix.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before adding the glaze.
To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, pure maple syrup, melted butter, and heavy cream (if using) in a medium bowl until smooth and pourable.
Spread the glaze evenly over the cooled cake using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
Allow the glaze to set for about 10-15 minutes before slicing the cake into bars and serving.
Store leftovers tightly covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
373 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.0 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 197 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 37 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 88 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
