14 maple recipes that prove this sticky staple deserves more attention

Pumpkin Pear Soup

This creamy roasted pumpkin pear soup is a cozy fall side or light dinner. Pumpkin and pear bring the perfect sweet and savory balance, and the dish is lightened up with evaporated milk instead of cream. Get the recipe: Pumpkin Pear Soup

Coconut Macaroons

Instead of condensed milk, these yummy blonde coconut macaroons are sweetened with maple syrup. It’s an amazing sweet treat that is chewy and coconutty. Get the recipe: Coconut Macaroons

Slow Cooker Maple Chicken

This crockpot maple chicken is an easy, hands-off dinner made with boneless, skinless chicken breasts and a few kitchen staples. No browning of the chicken or extra dishes is necessary. Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Maple Chicken

Maple Balsamic Dressing

This maple balsamic dressing will have you swearing off store-bought bottles forever. The perfect balance of tangy and sweet, this dressing is great for salads, marinades, and drizzling over veggies. Get the recipe: Maple Balsamic Dressing

Homemade Chocolate Bars

Three ingredients only (one is maple syrup) to make your own chocolate bars at home. Skip the candy bar aisle and go with this delicious homemade recipe instead. Get the recipe: Homemade Chocolate Bars

Dreamy Easy Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Smooth and creamy, these easy mashed sweet potatoes are fast and perfect for with dinner. This delicious side is light enough to make a great weeknight side, but is also creamy enough to hold a place on any holiday table at Thanksgiving, Christmas or Easter. Get the recipe: Dreamy Easy Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Maple Roasted Carrots

Maple roasted carrots are a blast from the past, and the maple syrup gives them that perfect sweet kick. It caramelizes beautifully, making these carrots a tasty side that takes you right back to family dinners. Get the recipe: Maple Roasted Carrots

Creamy Maple Tahini Dressing

This maple tahini dressing is the sauce you’ve been waiting for to drizzle over your vegan bowl to make it even more delicious. You can also use it on falafel, salads, or anything else you want a delightfully sweet and tart creamy vegan dressing for; this Buddha bowl dressing will make any plate more delicious. Get the recipe: Creamy Buddha Bowl Dressing

How to Make Maple Candy

Maple candy is incredibly delicious. It only has two ingredients and can be made in less than an hour, from start to finish. Get the recipe: How to Make Maple Candy

Easy Maple Dinner Rolls

These gorgeous, easy maple dinner rolls require no kneading, and their mixing time is only about five minutes.  They have sweet maple syrup in them and are topped with butter/maple syrup before they are baked.  They stay fresh for days and are perfect with so many meals. Get the recipe: Easy Sweet Maple Dinner Rolls

Maple Pecan Energy Balls

Maple pecan energy balls are like a snack time champion, and the maple syrup adds just the right amount of sweetness. They’re super easy to make and perfect for fueling your day while giving you that cozy vibe. Get the recipe: Maple Pecan Energy Balls

Maple Dijon Chicken

Maple syrup adds a perfect touch of sweetness to balance the tangy Dijon in this chicken recipe, making it a nostalgic nod to flavours we grew up with. It’s the kind of dish that reminds you comfort food can still feel a little fancy. Get the recipe: Maple Dijon Chicken

Maple Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Fall Veggies

The oven does most of the work in this delicious one-pan, autumn-inspired maple roasted pork tenderloin recipe with Fall veggies. This pork tenderloin with apples and Brussels sprouts is so delicious. It’s super simple and just screams fall. Get the recipe: Maple Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Fall Veggies

Cinnamon Maple Butternut Squash Bread

This butternut squash bread is simple, flavorful, and baked just right. Low in sugar and high in fiber, it’s a wholesome fall-inspired treat that hits the spot. Get the recipe: Cinnamon Maple Butternut Squash Bread