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Hi Reader,

It's time to bust out one of my favorite seasonal ingredients—maple syrup! It adds such a warm, rich sweetness to everything it touches, from quick breads to cookies and everything in between. This week, I’ve gathered some of my favorite maple-flavored desserts to get you in the autumn spirit:

🍁 Maple Banana Bread​
🍁 Maple Nut Cake​
🍁 Maple Brown Sugar Cookies​
🍁 Maple Pecan Sticky Buns​
🍁 Baked Banana Donuts with Maple Cinnamon Glaze​
🍁 Maple Nut Zucchini Bread​
🍁 Pumpkin Scones with Maple Glaze
​🍁 Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Maple Glaze​
🍁 Chocolate Pumpkin Torte (gluten-free, can be refined sugar-free and dairy-free)

Why Real Maple Syrup?

Not only does real maple syrup add an irresistible flavor to your fall bakes, but it’s also better for you than many other sugars!

• Lower Glycemic Impact: Unlike refined sugars, pure maple syrup has a lower glycemic index, meaning it won’t spike your blood sugar as dramatically, giving you a more steady source of energy.
• Rich in Antioxidants: Maple syrup contains over 24 antioxidants that help reduce oxidative stress, keeping your body healthier.
• Nutrient Boost: Maple syrup is packed with essential minerals like zinc, manganese, and calcium—so you're getting a nutrient boost while indulging in your favorite treats.
• All-Natural Sweetener: It’s minimally processed and comes straight from the sap of maple trees, meaning fewer chemicals and additives.

Helpful Tips

While embracing the natural goodness of maple syrup, remember that it adds moisture to your bakes, so you may want to reduce other liquid ingredients slightly to maintain the right texture. The above recipes have already taken this into account.

Additionally, because maple syrup browns faster, you may need to lower your oven temperature by 25°F or cover your baked good with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning while ensuring a fully baked center.

Storing Maple Syrup

Once opened, real maple syrup should be stored in the refrigerator to prevent mold and bacterial growth. Since cold syrup is harder to pour, place the jar in a bowl of warm water to bring it to a pourable temperature.

Happy baking!

P.S. If you're on the lookout for holiday recipes, this Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham recipe is our family's favorite.