Pumpkin may traditionally steal the show in the fall, but this year we’re giving maple center stage. Maple syrup—a natural sweetener made from the sap of sugar maple trees—brings a depth of flavor that enhances both sweet and savory dishes. With its rich, sweet, and caramelized undertones, maple is a cornerstone of the fall flavor palette.
To prepare for this upcoming season, we have curated a collection of our favorite recipes featuring maple syrup. From cozy breakfast treats to enjoy with your morning coffee or tea, to savory sides that complement any meal, and of course, decadent desserts to complete your fall feasts—there’s something here for everyone.
Related: How to Replace Sugar With Honey, Maple Syrup, and Other Unrefined Sweeteners in Baking
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Maple Bran Muffins
Chris Simpson
These maple bran muffins are a light, subtly sweet treat made with maple syrup and plain yogurt for moisture. Ready in just 30 minutes, the recipe yields 12 muffins—perfect for prepping breakfast on the go this fall.
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Maple Cheesecake With Roasted Pears
If you’re looking for a standout dessert dish to serve this fall, this maple-flavored cheesecake fits the bill. It’s topped with thinly sliced pears that are broiled for a festive, eye-catching finish. The combination of pears and maple syrup adds a distinct sweetness to this classic, creamy dessert.
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Maple Cream Sandwich Cookies
Mike Krautter
Embrace fall flavors with these maple cream sandwich cookies. They double down on maple, using maple sugar in the buttery shortbread dough and maple syrup in the rich, sweet cream filling.
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Spicy-Sweet Maple Snack Mix
This seasonal snack mix combines rice cereal, pretzels, pepitas, crackers, and peanuts, all tossed with butter, maple syrup, vinegar, and warm spices. It’s perfect for sharing during game night or serving alongside cozy cocktails.
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Martha’s Maple Custard Pie
Move over, pumpkin pie—Martha’s maple custard pie is the new star of fall desserts. Made with real maple syrup, heavy cream, eggs, vanilla, and freshly grated nutmeg, the filling bakes into a rich, creamy custard that’s irresistibly delicious and sure to be devoured.
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Maple-Glazed Parsnips And Carrots
Glazing seasonal vegetables with maple syrup is an easy way to dress them up with fall flavor. These maple-glazed parsnips and carrots are roasted with bacon and thyme until tender, making them a perfect side for a weeknight dinner or festive gathering.
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Maple-Oatmeal Cookies
These maple oatmeal cookies are an ideal dessert to make for a potluck party or for a sweet treat to have on hand any night of the week. Maureen Kirk, of Malvern, Pennsylvania, shared this recipe with us. They’re her family’s favorite crispy and chewy treats to indulge in during the season.
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Slow-Cooker Bacon Jam
Prep this sweet and savory condiment to enjoy all season long. It’s a flavorful addition for burgers, sandwiches, toast, pizza, and charcuterie boards. Made with apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, brown sugar, and brewed coffee, it perfectly complements crispy bacon and caramelized onions. Store the bacon jam in the refrigerator for up to four weeks.
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Honeynut Maple Pie
Consider adding this honeynut squash maple pie to your Thanksgiving spread. Its flavor is similar to pumpkin but even sweeter, thanks to the honeynut squash and maple syrup pairing. Top each slice with homemade maple whipped cream for the perfect finish.
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Maple Flan
Flan is a delicate dish that takes a bit more time than some of our other seasonal treats—but it’s well worth the effort. This maple version uses just four ingredients and delivers a creamy, maple-soaked finish that’s sure to impress.
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Maple-Walnut Cake With Brown-Sugar Frosting
Maple and walnut make the perfect pairing in this rich, festive cake. The walnuts add depth of flavor, while a brown sugar frosting complements the maple notes. Ready in just over an hour, it’s an ideal go-to for last-minute fall dinner parties or birthday celebrations.
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Maple-Glazed Bacon
Sweeten up your everyday bacon with this easy maple-glazed recipe. Simply brush cooked bacon with maple syrup, then return it to the oven for three to five minutes to crisp up.
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Maple-Whipped Sweet Potatoes
Infusing maple syrup into fall staples is our specialty—and it doesn’t stop at dessert. These maple whipped sweet potatoes are a flavorful, nutrient-rich side that pairs perfectly with turkey or ham.
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Easy Baked Brie With Pecans
Kick off your fall feast with our easy baked brie with pecans. This crowd-pleasing appetizer is always the first to go, so consider making two. Serve it with crostini or crackers, alongside meats and fruit to round out your charcuterie board.
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Pumpkin Scones
Mike Krautter
Fall isn’t complete without pumpkin-falvored brunch treats—and these pumpkin scones with maple glaze frosting are sure to satisfy every craving. Made with canned pumpkin puree (or homemade, if you have it), they’re spiced with cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg to bring out the warm pumpkin flavor. Serve with coffee or tea for the perfect seasonal pairing.
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Maple-Dijon Chicken Wings
Tailgating season is upon us, and what better way to enjoy the game day than with our maple-Dijon chicken wings? In under an hour and with just four ingredients, you can serve up the ultimate chicken wings that everyone will love.
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Pecan Tassies
Bryan Gardner
Think mini pecan pies with a buttery crust, crunchy pecans, and a brown sugar-maple syrup filling. We love baking these for a festive potluck, especially when paired with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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Butternut Squash With Maple Butter
Enhance butternut squash with a touch of maple syrup and butter for a caramelized, sweet finish after baking. It’s a simple side dish that deserves a spot on your fall feast table.
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Maple Cake
Con Poulos
This maple snacking cake is the perfect dish to commence the fall season—plus, it’s quick and easy to prepare. Maple syrup is marked and graded by color, from light to dark, with darker syrups offering a more intense flavor. For optimal results, we recommend using Grade A maple syrup in both the batter and the icing.
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