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Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Donut Bars

Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Donut Bars

  • Author: Anthony
  • Total Time: 40-45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x
  • Diet: Plant-Based

Description

These Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Donut Bars offer a nostalgic, sweet, and tender treat with the tang of plant-based buttermilk and a luscious plant-based custard glaze. Perfect for sharing over coffee or as a dessert, this recipe combines simple pantry staples with big flavors and an easy preparation process to deliver moist, flavorful bars without frying.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup natural brown sugar

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup plant-based buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup plant-based butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract

Glaze

  • 1 cup natural powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons plant-based milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon natural vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon natural gelling agent (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Pan and Preheat: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a rectangular baking pan with plant-based butter and line it with parchment paper for easy removal and clean-up.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to create a balanced leavening mix for a tender crumb.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a mixer or whisk, cream the softened plant-based butter with the natural brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which ensures a soft and moist texture.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, blend the plant-based buttermilk, apple cider vinegar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and natural vanilla extract. The vinegar reacts with leavening for lift.
  5. Bring It All Together: Gradually add the wet ingredients into the creamed butter and sugar mixture alternating with the dry flour mix. Stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing for a light texture.
  6. Bake to Perfection: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the edges are golden brown.
  7. Prepare the Glaze: While the bars cool, whisk together the natural powdered sugar, plant-based milk, and vanilla extract. Add natural gelling agent if a thicker glaze is desired.
  8. Glaze and Serve: Once the bars have fully cooled, drizzle the glaze generously on top. Allow the glaze to set before slicing into squares and serving your Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Donut Bars.

Notes

  • The batter should be slightly thick but pourable for optimal texture.
  • Avoid overmixing to keep the bars tender and fluffy.
  • Make sure the oven is fully preheated for even baking.
  • Cool the bars completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting.
  • Use fresh plant-based buttermilk to maintain a vibrant flavor and tender crumb.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 16 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Keywords: Buttermilk donut bars, plant-based donuts, old-fashioned dessert, vegan donut bars, easy baked donuts

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