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With the Australian Open around the corner, you might already be planning a watch party, whether solo, with family, or friends. As temperatures soar during this iconic tournament, we’ve rounded up refreshing yet hearty recipes that cater to a range of tastes and require minimal prep, so you can keep your attention on the tennis court rather than the kitchen.

White Chocolate, Macadamia and Maple Blondies

These squidgy buttery bakes, in the form of White Chocolate, Macadamia and Maple Blondies, are easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser. Filled with white chocolate chunks, macadamia nuts and maple syrup, what more could you ask for from a sweet treat?


Maple Ice Cream Sandwich

What’s not to love about ice cream sandwiched between fresh home-made cookies? This indulgent Maple Ice Cream Sandwich features a scoop of maple ice cream between two delicious chocolate chip, pecan and maple cookies. The perfect refreshing dessert to enjoy while enjoying the Australian Open!


Chilled maple mint tea with citrus slices

Cool off with a chilled maple mint tea with citrus slices perfect for a refreshing afternoon sip as you watch the tournament unfold. Make this tea recipe, sweetened with pure Canadian maple syrup for hosting your friends and family, and even better for beating the worst of the heat in the afternoon. Simply add tea bags, water, pure maple, fresh mint and a slice of lime to the drink and more maple syrup, water and fresh mint to create the maple flavoured ice cubes. 


Maple Salmon Poke Bowls

If you’re craving more of a healthy feel, maple and salmon make for a great combination, and in this poke bowl recipe, the two get an added kick from the homemade spicy sauce. After soaking in the sauce, the softened chunks of salmon are paired with jasmine rice along with an array of fresh fruits and vegetables. 

Great to enjoy while watching the tournament. 

Maple Chicken Pitta Pockets 

Spruce up your lunch routine while enjoying this tournament with these tasty Maple Chicken Pitta Pockets, a perfect blend of flavour and convenience. Tender chicken, coated in a sweet and savoury pure Canadian maple syrup sauce, is nestled in soft pitta bread along with fresh greens for a satisfying meal. These chicken pitta pockets are not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making them ideal for a quick lunch. 



You can find the high-res images to these recipes here and for more dishes, visit the maple website.

 

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