Is maple syrup vegan?

Yes. Real maple syrup is made from tree sap and is vegan.

Is maple syrup gluten-free?

Yes. Real maple syrup is gluten-free.

How long does maple syrup last?

Opened bottles of real maple syrup should be kept in the refrigerator. According to the USDA, maple syrup lasts about 1 year. Opened bottles should be kept in the refrigerator and unopened bottles can be kept in the pantry. According to some maple syrup producers, opened maple syrup it lasts closer to 2 years. If maple syrup does go bad, you'll notice a thin layer of mold on the top.

What are the best maple syrup substitutes?

There really isn't a sweetener that's exactly like maple syrup! It's a unique product straight from nature. In terms of flavor, molasses is the closest to maple syrup but it has a much stronger flavor. For baking, you'll need to take into account the flavor, sweetness and moisture content if you want to use a substitute for maple syrup. King Arthur Baking has a guide for baking with liquid sweeteners.

What is the easiest way to froth milk?

I love my Nespresso milk frother, but they've gotten really expensive since I bought mine years ago. There are many other brands of electric milk steamers out there. You can also lightly froth milk by pouring milk in a glass jar, heating the milk in the microwave, and then shaking the jar vigorously. It won't make thick, creamy foam but it will make light, airy foam.

Can I make a maple latte using this recipe?

Yes, just use 2 shots of espresso in place of coffee and add more milk. Or, you can brew really strong coffee and add more milk.

Maple Syrup Coffee

A mug of maple flavored coffee with foamy milk on top and a tiny stirring spoon filled with maple syrup.

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Maple syrup coffee is easy to make at home, either hot or iced. Rich coffee (or espresso) is swirled with maple flavor and cream that's spiced with cinnamon or pumpkin spice & lightly sweetened with maple syrup.

Author: Jenny - Kitchen Skip
Prep Time: 5
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 cup of coffee 1x
Category: Snacks, Treats & Little Things
Method: brew
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1 mug/8 ounces strongly brewed coffee (hot or iced)
1 1/2 teaspoons maple flavor
1/4 cup cream, milk, half and half or unsweetened plant-based milk
1 teaspoon pure maple syrup (or more, for a sweeter flavor)
1/8 teaspoon (a pinch) pumpkin spice or cinnamon

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Instructions

Pour the brewed coffee into a mug.
Add the maple flavor and mix well.
In a milk frother or a glass jar with a lid, combine the milk of your choice, maple syrup and a pinch of pumpkin spice or cinnamon.
If using a frother, froth the milk.
If using a glass jar, put the jar in the microwave without a lid for 30 seconds, or until the milk is heated.
Seal the lid on the jar and shake really well for 30 to 60 seconds until frothy. You’ll need to wrap the jar in a towel because it will be hot.
Pour the foamed milk over the coffee.
Add another sprinkle of pumpkin spice or cinnamon to finish your mug of maple coffee. You can also add a drizzle of maple syrup, if you like.

Notes

If making iced coffee, just combine all ingredients in a glass or jar and mix or shake well. Some milk frothers can froth cold milk, if you want to do that instead.

For a latte, use ½ to 3/4 cup of milk and substitute 2 shots of espresso for the coffee.

Find it online: https://www.kitchenskip.com/maple-syrup-coffee/