List of foods made from maple

List of foods made from maple is a comprehensive catalogue of culinary products derived from the sap of the maple tree. The sap is typically harvested in the late winter and early spring, and is then processed into a variety of foodstuffs. The most well-known of these is maple syrup, but the sap and syrup can also be used to create a wide range of other foods.

Maple Syrup

Maple syrup is a sweet, viscous liquid made by boiling down the sap of the maple tree. It is often used as a topping for pancakes, waffles, and other breakfast foods. In addition to its use as a condiment, maple syrup can also be used as a sweetener in baking and cooking.

Maple Sugar

Maple sugar is a type of sugar made from the sap of the maple tree. It is created by further boiling down maple syrup until it crystallizes. Maple sugar can be used in the same ways as regular granulated sugar, but it imparts a distinct maple flavor to dishes.

Maple Taffy

Maple taffy, also known as tire d'érable in French, is a candy made by boiling maple syrup and then cooling it rapidly on snow. The result is a soft, chewy taffy with a strong maple flavor.

Maple Butter

Maple butter, also known as maple cream, is a spread made from maple syrup. It is created by heating the syrup to a certain temperature, then cooling it and stirring it until it reaches a creamy consistency. Maple butter can be spread on toast, pancakes, or used in baking.

Maple Candy

Maple candy is a confection made from maple syrup, butter, and sugar. The ingredients are boiled together, then cooled and shaped into small candies. These candies have a sweet, rich maple flavor.

Maple Vinegar

Maple vinegar is a type of vinegar made from fermented maple sap or syrup. It has a sweet, tangy flavor and can be used in salad dressings, marinades, and other recipes.

Maple Beer and Wine

Maple beer and maple wine are alcoholic beverages made from fermented maple sap or syrup. These drinks have a unique, sweet flavor that is distinctly maple.

See Also

• Maple production
• Maple syrup processing
• Maple tree