Maple Syrup Recipes

Jeweled Salad

This stunning salad adds fresh flavor and visual appeal to weeknight dinners and holiday meals alike. And while the recipe is delightful as is, there are many ways to customize depending on what you like and have on hand.  Any meal can benefit from the crisp crunch and visual appeal of a good salad. Perhaps…

Kitchen Sink Breakfast Cookies

A hearty, wholesome combination of odds and ends you likely have on hand, these one-bowl cookies are worth waking up for! (gluten-free and vegan optional) When I first started making these cookies, my boys were little and there wasn’t much my younger son would eat. The only thing he wanted was milk, and he would…

Pumpkin Spice Chia Pudding & Parfaits

Everything you love about a pumpkin spice latte in pudding form. This thick, creamy chia pudding takes a few minutes to mix up and can be served as a nourishing breakfast, snack, or dessert. I have a very young chef to thank for my current love of pumpkin spice chia pudding, which I have enjoyed…

Blueberry Crisp

Plump, juicy blueberries provide a sweet foundation for an irresistible crisp topping you’ll want to use with other fruits too. Quick to make with dairy- and gluten-free options.   Fruit crisps have earned their spot on the list of most popular desserts for a reason. They are made with accessible, economical ingredients and are incredibly…

Maple Crisp Granola Bars

These crunchy bars are very lightly sweet, nutty, seedy, and delightfully satiating. Perfect for breakfast-on-the-run and convenient snacking anytime!   Several years ago, my husband Jack discovered a crunchy, seedy, very lightly sweet (with a hint of salty) granola bar made by a local bakery. He quickly became a fan, and often enjoyed the bars…

Favorite Brussels Sprouts Salad

A healthy, go-to salad for busy nights, parties, potlucks and holiday tables, this super-satisfying salad can be made in advance and the dressing is a versatile keeper! This salad could be described as an overachiever. The ingredients are fairly ordinary, yet they come together in a way that’s somewhat extraordinary. The recipe earns early points…

Steel Cut Apple Baked Oatmeal

With their chewy texture and nutty flavor, steel cut oats add something exciting to the world of baked oatmeal. In the following seasonal favorite, fresh apples and warm cinnamon add natural sweetness and flavor for a hearty, prep-ahead breakfast that’s worth waking up for!   As much as I adore my assortment of baked oatmeal recipes,…

Flourless Black Bean Brownies

Decadent, fudgy brownies score big points in flavor and texture while delivering a filling dose of fiber and protein. A total dessert win! “I love these brownies because you think they are going to be gross, but they are delicious and nutritious.”  Those words, from “Chef E.” age 9, sum up these brownies perfectly. Let’s…

Crunchy Top Strawberry Baked Oatmeal

Red, ripe strawberries highlight this seasonal favorite, which offers make-ahead convenience and countless ways to customize. In a pinch, frozen berries may be used.   I clearly remember the first time I served this seasonal addition of my original baked oatmeal recipe. My younger son, who was a rather picky fourth grader at the time, asked…

Chia Pudding Breakfast Bowls

This nutrient-dense alternative to the popular acai bowl takes just a few minutes to make and offers a deliciously filling start to the day. The concept is similar to stovetop oatmeal or overnight oats, as you can top and customize to taste. The unadorned pudding is good enough to enjoy as a satisfying snack or…

Baked Almond Cake Donuts or Muffins (grain-free)

No messy frying step needed for deliciously satisfying, grain-free donuts. No donut pan? No problem. The recipe can be made as muffins instead!    I have a clear vision of the best donut I ever ate. It was from a cafe called Philz during a visit to Los Angeles several years ago. My family and…

Crunchy Top Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal (Muffins Optional)

Pumpkin and warm spices join a short list of kitchen staples in this hearty breakfast that may be prepared in advance and enjoyed throughout the week. From sweet pies, muffins, cookies, and cakes to savory soups, vinaigrettes, and even butter, there are so many ways to enjoy pumpkin. For a quick pumpkin fix, I’ve long…

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