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Maple syrup Grand-Pères are a traditional Quebec dessert, particularly popular in sugar shacks. These soft dumplings cook in bubbling maple syrup.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cup maple syrup
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 ½ cup milk
  • 2 tbsp melted butter

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the syrup: In a large saucepan, combine the maple syrup, water, and butter. Bring to a boil.

  2. 2

    Prepare the dough: In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.

  3. 3

    Add liquids: Stir in the milk and melted butter. Mix until smooth.

  4. 4

    Form the dumplings: Using a spoon, form dough balls.

  5. 5

    Cook: Gently drop the dumplings into the bubbling syrup. Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes without lifting the lid.

  6. 6

    Serve: Arrange the dumplings in bowls and generously spoon hot syrup over them.

Chef's Tips

  • This is the secret for soft dumplings!
  • The syrup will thicken as it cools.
  • Serve with crème fraîche or ice cream.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon to the syrup.

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