Culinary delights


Maple syrup can be used as a natural sweetener added to tea, fresh fruit, over ice cream or in cocktails. Here are some of our favorite recipes that we'd like to share with you.

Maple & Balsamic Vinegar Dressing

Maple & Balsamic Vinegar Dressing
  • 1 tsp. dry mustard
  • 1 tsp. cilantro
  • 3 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp. maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp. lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ tsp. salt
  • ¼ tsp. black pepper

Mix together the first 6 ingredients. Whisk in oil until dressing is emulsified. Salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate to store for several weeks.

Le Bec Sucré

Le bec sucré
  • 1 glass of sparkling white wine or Champagne
  • 1 tbsp. maple syrup

Add maple syrup to wine and stir

Maple Butter Frosting

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  • ½ cup butter
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 3 cups confectioners sugar
  • 4 – 6 tbsp. maple syrup

Thoroughly cream butter and sugar, adding maple syrup until light and spreadable. Add nuts and frost cake.

Canadapirinha

Canadapirinha
  • Ice cubes
  • 2 parts white rum or Pinga
  • 1 part maple syrup
  • Juice of ½ a lime per glass

Squeeze lime juice into glass filled with ice cubes. Add rum and maple syrup. Shake or stir.

Storage and handling

Storage and handling

Pure maple syrup should be kept in a cool, dark place until opened and then refrigerated after opening where it can last up to one year.

Serving

For maximum flavour, bring maple syrup to room temperature or warm it before serving.