6 recipe ideas

1. Plain yogurt with spruce syrup

Ingredients (for 1 person):

• 1 natural yogurt (cow, goat or vegetable)
• 1 to 2 tsp spruce syrup
• Some fresh fruit (raspberries, blueberries or apple slices)
• Optional: granola or crushed nuts for crunch

Preparation :

1. In a bowl, pour the natural yogurt.
2. Drizzle with spruce syrup to taste (start with 1 tsp, as the syrup can be intense).
3. Add fresh fruit and, if desired, a handful of granola or nuts for texture.
4. Mix lightly and enjoy immediately for a fresh and fragrant breakfast or dessert.

Tip : Spruce syrup adds a forest note that pairs particularly well with wild berries.

2. Winter fruit salad with spruce syrup

Ingredients (for 4 people):

• 2 apples
• 2 pears
• 1 orange (peeled and cut into pieces)
• 100 g of raisins or cranberries
• 2 tbsp spruce syrup
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Optional: a pinch of cinnamon

Preparation :

1. Peel and dice the apples and pears. Place them in a large salad bowl.
2. Add the orange pieces and the raisins or cranberries.
3. In a small bowl, mix the spruce syrup with the lemon juice. Pour this mixture over the fruit and toss gently to coat.
4. Let stand for 10 minutes in a cool place to allow the flavors to blend.
5. Sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon if you'd like a spicy touch, then serve.

Tip : This salad is perfect for a light dessert or an invigorating snack.

3. Spruce Forest Kir

Ingredients (for 1 glass):

• 10 cl of sparkling white wine (such as crémant or prosecco)
• 1 tsp spruce syrup
• Optional: a slice of lemon or a small sprig of rosemary for decoration

Preparation :

1. Pour the spruce syrup into a champagne flute or wine glass.
2. Top up gently with sparkling white wine to preserve the bubbles.
3. Stir gently with a long spoon.
4. Garnish with a lemon slice or a small sprig of rosemary for an elegant visual effect.
5. Serve chilled as an aperitif.

Tip : For an alcohol-free version, replace the wine with sparkling water or homemade lemonade.

4. Roasted chicken with spruce sauce

Ingredients (for 4 people):

• 4 chicken thighs or breasts
• 2 tbsp spruce syrup
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 clove of garlic, chopped
• Salt, pepper
• Optional: 1 tsp wholegrain mustard

Preparation :

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2. In a bowl, mix the spruce syrup, olive oil, minced garlic, a pinch of salt and pepper (and mustard if using).
3. Brush the chicken pieces with this marinade and place them in a baking dish.
4. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, basting the chicken with the cooking juices halfway through to keep it juicy.
5. Serve with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a comforting dish.

Tip : The spruce syrup adds a sweet and tangy touch that balances the richness of the chicken.

5. Vanilla ice cream with spruce topping

Ingredients (for 2 people):

• 4 scoops of vanilla ice cream (or frozen yogurt)
• 1 tbsp spruce syrup
• Optional: a few flaked almonds or roasted hazelnut pieces

Preparation :

1. Place two scoops of ice cream per cup or bowl.
2. Drizzle each serving with a teaspoon of spruce syrup.
3. Sprinkle with almonds or hazelnuts for added crunch.
4. Serve immediately for a quick and original dessert.

Tip : The sweetness of the vanilla contrasts perfectly with the resinous note of the syrup.

6. Madeleines with spruce syrup

Ingredients (for about 12 madeleines):

• 100 g of flour
• 80 g of sugar
• 80 g melted butter
• 2 eggs
• 1 tbsp spruce syrup
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 pinch of salt

Preparation :

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C and butter a madeleine mold.
2. In a bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until the mixture whitens.
3. Add the flour, baking powder, and salt, then stir in the melted butter and spruce syrup. Mix until you get a smooth dough.
4. Fill the madeleine molds three-quarters full and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until golden brown.
5. Allow to cool slightly before removing from the mold. Enjoy warm or cold.

Tip : Spruce syrup gives a subtly forest flavor to these madeleines, perfect with tea.

If you want a specific recipe (for example, a vegan version, a cocktail, or a method for making the syrup yourself), let me know