27 Maple-Flavored Bake Recipes to Satisfy Your Cravings

I’ve always had a soft spot for the rich and comforting flavor of maple syrup. There's just something about its warm, earthy sweetness that makes any dish feel cozy and indulgent. If you live for the luxurious taste of maple like I do, you’re in for a treat.

I’ve rounded up 27 Maple-Flavored Bake Recipes to Satisfy Your Cravings, and trust me, these recipes are game-changers. From breakfast muffins brimming with maple goodness to decadent maple-glazed desserts that will make your taste buds dance, there's something here for everyone. Ready to dive in? Grab your apron and let's start this delicious journey together!

1. Maple-Glazed Donuts

Nothing says breakfast like a warm, freshly baked donut.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup maple syrup

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, combine milk, eggs, butter, and maple syrup.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into a greased donut pan.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Let cool before adding your favorite glaze.

2. Maple Pecan Pie

This classic dessert gets an autumn twist with maple syrup and crunchy pecans.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups pecan halves

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish.
3. In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, brown sugar, eggs, butter, and vanilla.
4. Stir in the pecans.
5. Pour the mixture into the pie crust.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the filling is set.
7. Cool before serving.

3. Maple-Apple Crisp

Apple crisp is already a crowd-pleaser, but adding maple syrup takes it to the next level.

Ingredients:

• 4 large apples, peeled and sliced
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Place apple slices in a baking dish and drizzle with maple syrup and cinnamon.
3. In a bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, and butter until crumbly.
4. Sprinkle the topping over the apples.
5. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the topping is golden brown.
6. Serve warm, preferably with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

4. Maple Walnut Scones

These scones are perfect for a quick breakfast or a cozy afternoon snack.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 large egg

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in walnuts.
5. In another bowl, combine milk, maple syrup, and egg.
6. Gradually mix wet ingredients into the dry until just combined.
7. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently.
8. Pat into a circle and cut into wedges.
9. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes.
10. Cool slightly before serving.

5. Maple Pumpkin Bread

The combination of pumpkin and maple syrup makes for a moist and flavorful loaf.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vegetable oil, sugar, and eggs.
3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
6. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Let cool before slicing.

6. Maple Roasted Carrots

This side dish is a perfect complement to any meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound carrots, peeled and halved
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss carrots with olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread evenly on a baking sheet.
4. Roast for 25-30 minutes or until tender and caramelized.
5. Serve immediately.

7. Maple Bacon Muffins

These savory-sweet muffins are a great way to start your day.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, combine milk, maple syrup, butter, and egg.
4. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
5. Fold in crumbled bacon.
6. Spoon batter into a greased muffin tin.
7. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Cool slightly before serving.

8. Maple Sugar Cookies

These cookies are perfect for any occasion and seriously addictive.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
6. Drop tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned.
8. Cool on a wire rack.

9. Maple Glazed Ham

Perfect for holidays or a special dinner, this ham is sure to impress.

Ingredients:

• 1 fully cooked ham (about 8-10 pounds)
• 1 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. Place the ham in a roasting pan.
3. In a bowl, mix maple syrup, brown sugar, and Dijon mustard.
4. Pour the mixture over the ham.
5. Bake for 2-2.5 hours, basting periodically with the glaze.
6. Let rest before slicing.

10. Maple Cinnamon Rolls

Elevate your brunch game with these delightful cinnamon rolls.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 package active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and yeast.
2. Add warm milk, melted butter, egg, and salt, and mix until the dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes.
4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
5. Roll out the dough into a rectangle.
6. Brush with maple syrup and sprinkle with cinnamon.
7. Roll up the dough and cut into slices.
8. Place in a greased baking pan.
9. Let rise for another 30 minutes.
10. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
11. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

11. Maple Pecan Bars

These bars are nutty, sweet, and perfect for a quick dessert.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups pecan halves

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix flour and powdered sugar, then cut in the butter until crumbly.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased baking dish.
4. Bake for 20 minutes.
5. In another bowl, whisk brown sugar, maple syrup, and eggs.
6. Stir in pecans.
7. Pour over the baked crust.
8. Bake for another 25-30 minutes.
9. Let cool before cutting into bars.

12. Maple Banana Bread

A wonderful twist on the classic banana bread.

Ingredients:

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix mashed bananas, maple syrup, sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs.
3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
5. Pour batter into a greased loaf pan.
6. Bake for 60-70 minutes.
7. Let cool before slicing.

13. Maple Pistachio Blondies

These blondies are chewy, nutty, and super addictive.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup shelled pistachios

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and maple syrup.
3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
5. Stir in pistachios.
6. Pour batter into a greased baking dish.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
8. Cool before cutting into squares.

14. Maple Bread Pudding

A rich and decadent dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 6 cups cubed day-old bread
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup maple syrup
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Place bread cubes in a greased baking dish.
3. In a bowl, whisk together milk, cream, maple syrup, eggs, vanilla, and cinnamon.
4. Pour the mixture over the bread cubes.
5. Let sit for 15 minutes.
6. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until set.
7. Serve warm with additional maple syrup.

15. Maple Cream Cheese Frosting

Perfect for topping cakes, cupcakes, and more.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 4 cups powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
2. Add maple syrup and powdered sugar.
3. Beat until fluffy and well combined.

16. Maple Chocolate Chip Cookies

The classic cookie gets an upgrade with maple syrup.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, cream together butter, sugar, and brown sugar.
4. Add maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
6. Stir in chocolate chips.
7. Drop tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned.
9. Cool on a wire rack.

17. Maple Sweet Potato Casserole

A comforting side dish with a hint of sweetness.

Ingredients:

• 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Boil sweet potatoes until tender.
3. Mash sweet potatoes in a large bowl.
4. Stir in maple syrup, milk, butter, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
5. Transfer to a greased baking dish.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes.

18. Maple Almond Biscotti

These crunchy biscotti cookies are perfect for dipping.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped almonds

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar.
4. Add maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
6. Stir in chopped almonds.
7. Shape dough into a log and place on a baking sheet.
8. Bake for 25 minutes.
9. Cool for 10 minutes, then slice into biscotti shapes.
10. Bake for another 10-15 minutes.

19. Maple Glazed Brussel Sprouts

A delicious way to enjoy your greens.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound Brussels sprouts, halved
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread evenly on a baking sheet.
4. Roast for 25-30 minutes or until tender and caramelized.
5. Serve immediately.

20. Maple Lemon Bars

A zesty treat with a touch of maple sweetness.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix flour and powdered sugar, then cut in the butter until crumbly.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased baking dish.
4. Bake for 20 minutes.
5. In another bowl, whisk maple syrup, lemon juice, eggs, flour, and baking powder.
6. Pour over the baked crust.
7. Bake for another 20-25 minutes.
8. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

21. Maple Butter Tarts

A Canadian classic with a maple twist.

Ingredients:

• 12 tart shells (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup raisins or chopped pecans (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, mix brown sugar, melted butter, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. If you like, add raisins or chopped pecans into the mixture.
4. Pour the filling into the tart shells, dividing evenly.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the filling is set and the tart shells are golden brown.
6. Let cool completely before serving.

22. Maple Cornbread

This cornbread has the perfect balance of sweetness and texture.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 2 large eggs

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together butter, milk, maple syrup, and eggs.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into a greased 9x9-inch baking dish.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let cool slightly before serving.

23. Maple Oatmeal Cookies

A chewy and hearty cookie with a touch of maple.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups rolled oats

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
6. Stir in the rolled oats.
7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly browned.
9. Cool on a wire rack.

24. Maple Custard Tarts

These tarts are rich, creamy, and have a delicate maple flavor.

Ingredients:

• 12 tart shells (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, milk, and maple syrup. Heat until just about to boil.
3. In a bowl, whisk together eggs and vanilla extract.
4. Slowly add the hot cream mixture to the eggs, whisking constantly.
5. Pour the custard into the tart shells.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the custard is set.
7. Let cool before serving.

25. Maple Peach Cobbler

Combine sweet peaches with maple syrup for a delectable dessert.

Ingredients:

• 6 large peaches, peeled and sliced
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup butter, cold and diced
• 1/2 cup milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix peach slices, maple syrup, sugar, cinnamon, and cornmeal.
3. Transfer the peach mixture to a greased baking dish.
4. In another bowl, combine flour and cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Gradually add milk, stirring until just combined.
6. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the peaches.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the peaches are bubbly.
8. Serve warm with ice cream.

26. Maple Ice Cream

Homemade ice cream with a hint of maple sweetness.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 3/4 cup maple syrup
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream and milk until just about to boil.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and maple syrup until smooth.
3. Gradually add the hot cream mixture to the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly.
4. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat until thickened, stirring constantly.
5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
6. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl.
7. Cool completely in the refrigerator.
8. Churn in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
9. Transfer to a container and freeze until firm.

27. Maple Upside-Down Cake

A show-stopping dessert with a gorgeous maple and pecan topping.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup maple syrup
• 1 cup pecan halves
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a small saucepan, melt 1/2 cup of butter and add maple syrup. Heat until blended.
3. Pour this mixture into the bottom of a greased 9-inch round cake pan.
4. Arrange pecan halves over the maple syrup mixture.
5. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
6. In another bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
7. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, and stir in vanilla extract.
8. Gradually add the dry ingredients alternately with the buttermilk, mixing until just combined.
9. Pour the batter over the pecan and maple mixture.
10. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
11. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate, letting the syrup drizzle over the sides.

Conclusion

Finding ways to incorporate maple syrup into a wide variety of baked goods has been a delicious adventure. It's incredible how its nuanced, comforting sweetness can elevate everything from simple breakfasts to elegant desserts. Each of these 27 maple-flavored bake recipes carries its own unique twist but shares that core, irresistible essence of maple that so many of us adore.

I hope you're inspired to try out these recipes and experience the magic they bring to your table. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, these recipes are sure to become some of your go-to favorites. Enjoy the journey and the wonderful aromas that will fill your kitchen as you bake your way through these maple delights. Happy baking!