Old Fashioned Buttermilk Donut Bars
Delightful old fashioned buttermilk donut bars with a sweet glaze, perfect for weekend mornings or family snacks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, combine the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the bars cool for a few minutes, then prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm bars, allow to set slightly, then cut into squares and serve.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, use almond milk in place of buttermilk. You can replace granulated sugar with brown sugar for a richer flavor. Consider adding chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture and taste.