My 12 favorite recipes to celebrate maple syrup

Maple syrup is a sweet and tasty ingredient that is associated with traditional Canadian cuisine. Whether for brunch, dessert or even in a main course, maple syrup is an essential ingredient in your kitchen. Sweet, fruity, deep and generous, maple syrup can range from a bright color, a sign of delicate spring flavor, to a darker color with a more pronounced taste. Whether you’re looking to impress your guests at a dinner party or simply add a touch of sweet flavor to your everyday cooking, these recipes are perfect for celebrating maple syrup.

(Header photo by Albert Laurence @albert.laurence)

Brunch

Brunches & breakfasts

French toast with caramelized pineapple and maple bacon

Brunches & breakfasts

Egg and maple bacon croque madame

Brunches & breakfasts

Banana pancakes

Starters & aperos

Starters & aperos

Maple duck bites with apple and basil

Starters & aperos, Vegetarian

Brie en croûte with caramelized pears and beer

Starters & aperos

Maple cocktail sausages

Main dishes

Main dishes

Maple salmon with praline pecans

BBQ, Main dishes

Smoked spatchcock chicken with maple, mustard and oregano

Main dishes

Maple beer ham

Desserts

Desserts

Cinnamon, maple and Sortilège buns

BBQ, Desserts

Grilled pineaples with rum and maple syrup

Desserts

Popcorn with maple and Sortilège caramel

Enjoy your meal and don’t forget to go to the sugar shack!