Versatile maple syrup Maple syrup is a great ingredient for everything from vinaigrette to energy bars to a classic snack cake with a quick maple frosting. Maple Syrup Snack Cake Maple-grilled Pork Chops Gingerbread Cake Maple Butter Cookies Spicy Maple-Glazed Nuts Goldie’s Maple-lemon Tempeh Asian Noodle Salad with Toasted Sesame Dressing Vegan Vanilla Maple Pudding