27 Recipes To Celebrate Maple Syrup Season
Salted maple squares. (Photography, Erik Putz. Food Styling, Dara Sutin. Prop Styling, Krystin Leigh Smith.)
Salted Maple Squares
The secret to these chewy squares? Maple sugar! (You can find it in fine or coarse granules or flakes, and any option will work with this recipe.) Get our salted maple squares recipe.
Classic Butter Tarts
We set out to develop the ultimate butter tart—and we nailed it. These indulgent treats wrap a gooey, sweet filling in a perfectly flaky pastry. Get this classic butter tarts recipe.
Maple Custard Oatmeal
Love oatmeal but need an extra hit of protein in the morning? The secret ingredient in this genius recipe is eggs, which are cooked slowly with the oats to create a creamy, custardy (and protein-rich) wonder. Get this maple custard oatmeal recipe.
Maple-Cider Chicken And Nutty Quinoa
Tonight, give golden, pan-fried chicken a sweet finish with maple dressing. Get this maple-cider chicken and nutty quinoa recipe.
Maple-Roasted Squash
Roasted squash is delicious on its own (the natural sugars caramelize for that perfect roast-y flavour), but a little hint of maple just knocks it right out of the park. Get this maple-roasted squash recipe.
Buttermilk Pancakes
Or you can keep it classic and drizzle your maple syrup over our perfect buttermilk pancakes. Get this buttermilk pancakes recipe.
(Tip: No buttermilk? Mix 2 tbsp lemon juice into 2 cups milk and let stand 10 min. Also, you can reduce or omit the sugar in this recipe if desired. Get our guide to buttermilk substitutes.)
Cranberry-Almond Baked Brie
Perfect for weekend entertaining, wine and cheese parties, or if you’re just in the mood for an indulgent appetizer. Get this cranberry-almond maple-syrup baked brie recipe.
Maple Syrup Butter Tart Squares
These easy dessert squares were inspired by one of our favourite desserts. And with a touch of maple syrup, they might just be better. Get this maple syrup butter tart squares recipe.
Miso-Maple Pork Skewers
You’ll probably need a jacket to brave outdoor grilling, but it’s oh-so worth it. These simple skewers get drizzled with our maple-miso mixture just before serving. Get this miso-maple pork tenderloin skewers recipe.
Slow Cooker Maple-Bacon French Toast
Challah bread is ideal for this recipe—it’s sturdy enough to stand up to long cooking. We like the subtle sweetness of this dish but really love it served with lots of maple syrup. Get this maple-bacon french toast recipe.
Maple Collins
This summer-ready twist on the classic sweet-tart Tom Collins adds maple flavour and a ripe red hue from the berries—perfect for patio parties! Get our maple collins recipe.
Camembert, Lemon And Maple Syrup Crostini
Here is a simple formula to bring zest to any evening soirée: Top crostini with camembert and roasted lemon slices. Maple syrup (of course) completes this sweet and sour treat. Get this camembert, lemon and maple syrup crostini recipe
Maple Crème Brûlée
This creamy maple custard with a golden, caramelized shell will make everyone want to dip in for seconds. Get this maple crème brûlée recipe.
Maple Panna Cotta with Cara Cara Oranges and Pecan-Maple Crumble
Marie Asselin, a Québécoise recipe developer, grew up going to sugar shacks every winter and says that maple syrup runs in her veins. It’s local, abundant and perfect for adapting to all types of sweets. Get her maple panna cotta with cara cara oranges and pecan-maple crumble recipe.
Maple Walnut Icebox Sugar Cookies
Crunch from walnuts and sweetness from maple come together in an easy cookie recipe. Get our maple walnut icebox sugar cookies recipe.
Crunchy Maple-Nut Granola
Use this crunchy maple granola overtop thick, creamy yogurt for a simply delicious eat-and-run breakfast. Get this crunchy maple-nut granola recipe.
Maple Bacon With Fennel
Calling all bacon lovers, this one’s for you. We’ve upped the ante with this brunch essential, making an old favourite new again. Get this maple-fennel bacon recipe.
Pumpkin Cupcakes With Maple-Bacon Icing
The perfect treat. And with maple-bacon icing, need we say more? Get this pumpkin cupcakes with maple-bacon icing recipe.
Maple Fudge
Super rich and ever-so-creamy, it’s the perfect treat when you’re craving something sweet. And, since working with sugar can seem a bit intimidating, here’s an easy step-by-step guide on how to make the most perfect and delicious maple fudge. Get this maple fudge recipe.
Maple Rye And Ginger
We added a little extra Canadiana to this classic cocktail. Stir ’em up at your next cocktail party for a little extra fun. Get this maple rye and ginger recipe.
Maple Ice Cream Waffle Sandwich
Turn your favourite sweet breakfast treat into a syrupy summer dessert with this ice cream sandwich. Get our maple ice cream waffle sandwich recipe.
No-Churn Maple Ice Cream
No need for an ice cream maker: Turns out all that's required to make incredible homemade ice cream is three ingredients and a freezer. Get our maple ice cream recipe.
Crisp Maple Shortbread Cookies
These crisp shortbreads feature a maple syrup glaze, and make the perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea. Get our crisp maple shortbread cookies recipe.
Maple-Pecan Shortbread Bar
A drizzle of maple icing adds the perfect touch to these pecan-laced bars. Get our maple-pecan shortbread bar recipe.
Pumpkin Pie Buns With Maple Cream Cheese Glaze
These pumpkin pie buns are the perfect decadent breakfast, and they come with a maple cream cheese glaze for added Canadian cred. They’re ideal for sharing or for devouring on your own. Get our pumpkin pie buns with maple cream cheese glaze recipe.
Maple BBQ Sauce
What better to add the sweet kick to this barbecue sauce than maple syrup? Get our maple bbq sauce recipe.
Maple-Balsamic Arugula Salad
We love the sweet-tart pairing of maple, balsamic and mustard in this easy salad recipe. Get our maple-balsamic arugula salad recipe.
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