Ingredients
- For the Donut Bars:
- 8 count refrigerated biscuit dough (Pillsbury Grand Homestyle Buttermilk biscuits work well)
- 2 cups canola oil (for frying)
- For the Maple Glaze:
- ¼ cup butter
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon corn syrup
- 2 teaspoons maple extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Pour 2 cups of canola oil into a medium-sized saucepan and heat it on medium-low heat.
- Open the biscuit dough and separate the biscuits. Gently stretch each biscuit into an oblong shape, instead of keeping them round.
- In a small saucepan, combine butter and brown sugar. Whisk in milk and heat for about 5 minutes on medium heat, stirring often until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves.
- Remove from heat, then add the corn syrup and maple extract.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, ½ cup at a time, whisking until smooth between additions.
- Keep the glaze warm on the stove, whisking occasionally, and add 1-2 teaspoons of milk if necessary.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the temperature of the oil—it should reach 350°F. Adjust the heat gradually if needed.
- Carefully drop 2 bars at a time into the hot oil. Fry for about 2 minutes, then flip and fry for another 2 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove the bars and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Once the bars have cooled for a few minutes, whisk the glaze to ensure it’s smooth enough for dipping.
- Dip each bar into the glaze and then place it glaze-side up on a cooling rack.
- Repeat until all bars are fried and glazed.
- These bars are best enjoyed within an hour, but they’re still amazing the next morning!
Notes
- If you prefer a thicker glaze, you can add less milk or more powdered sugar.
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cinnamon to the glaze.
- These maple bars can be stored at room temperature for up to a day or in an airtight container for a couple of days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 737 kcal
- Sugar: 62g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 37g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 84g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
