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12 Best Maple Desserts

by Louise 4 Comments

The haunting sweetness of maple syrup is a wonderful addition to any dessert. Not only does it often replace refined sugar, it adds incredible depth of flavour to baked goods and the like. I love experimenting with maple syrup: I add it to oatmeal on chilly mornings and Hot Toddys on cold nights. These desserts, however, require no experimentation. They are tried-and-true recipes showcasing one of the most revered sweeteners out there. A baker’s dream!

The cronut is all the rage but this seasonal take on the year’s most popular dessert is the recipe to make. The Pumpkin-Maple Croissant-Donut is flaky, buttery, fried goodness with a hint of pumpkin sweetness and a gooey maple filling. (Via Monday Morning Donut.)

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Maple-sweetened and pecan-flecked batter plus gorgeous maple-syrup meringue make Maple-Pecan Sponge Cake a complete show-stopper. (Via Somewhere Over the Kitchen.)

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Breakfast? Brunch? Dessert? You choose! Maple Oatmeal Pancakes with Brandied Peaches are totally versatile and totally delicious. (Via The Bite House.)

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Almond Butter Cookies are nutty, maple-scented and the perfect addition to afternoon tea. (Via Fool Proof Living.)

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There’s something completely wonderful about a good crisp. Crunchy topping, soft, fragrant filling: Asian Pear Maple Crisp has it all! (Via Will Cook For Smiles.)

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Crisp fall days mean more need for warm drinks and warm drinks are perfect for dunking. Pour yourself a cup of creamy coffee and dunk away with Maple Glazed Biscotti. (Via Lemons for Lulu.)

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Looking to capture the true spirit of the autumn season? These Applesauce Cupcakes with Maple Brown Sugar Cloud Frosting are calling your name. (Via Bakeaholic Mama.)

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The cinnamon bun is a lot of work, but you know what? It’s always worth it. Many hours may go into a single recipe but when those tender, fragrant rolls finally emerge from the oven, you glaze them with a big smile and no regrets. This recipe for Cinnamon Buns with Maple Coffee Glaze is no exception. (Via Culinary Cool.)

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Sweet and Spicy Nutty Crack Bites are just as good as they sound. Completely addictive thanks to the addition of maple syrup! (Via Quiche a Week).

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Dessert in a glass! Cold-Brewed Maple Almond Iced Coffee is nutty-sweet and full of buzz. Ideal for after a large meal or for a mid-morning sugar craving. (Via Coffee and Quinoa.)

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Every baker should have a standard coffee cake recipe in his or her arsenal. May I suggest Maple Syrup Pecan Coffee Cake? (Via Noshing with the Nolands.)

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If you’re like me, pancake cravings are very frequent and all-consuming. These Pancake Ice Cream Sandwiches with Maple-Bacon Ice Cream do the trick and then some. (Via Home Shoppe.)

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Comments

  1. Hazel

    April 19, 2017 at 11:06 PM

    You actually make it seem so easy with your presentation but I
    find this topic to be really something that I think I
    would never understand. It seems too complicated and
    very broad for me. I am looking forward for your next
    post, I’ll try to get the hang of it!

    Reply
  2. Carrie

    June 30, 2015 at 3:43 AM

    Looks like a great list, can’t wait to try that coffee cake! And you’re from MTL too! C’est genial!

    Reply
  3. Tanya Schroeder

    September 26, 2013 at 3:21 PM

    Thank you so much for sharing my biscotti! There are so many lovely maple desserts! I have to try ALL of them!

    Reply
    • Deborah Hemming

      September 26, 2013 at 3:58 PM

      You’re very welcome! Your biscotti recipe is a favourite of mine 🙂

      Reply

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