Applebee's Maple Butter Sauce Recipe

Indulge in the rich, decadent flavor of Applebee's Maple Butter Sauce! This easy-to-make copycat recipe is the perfect complement to warm walnut blondies, or a delightful topping for vanilla ice cream. Get ready for a taste of pure comfort food – creamy maple butter, perfectly balanced sweetness, and optional crunchy walnuts. Make this irresistible sauce in just minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 516.5 kcal

Protein 0g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Applebee's Maple Butter Sauce

1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup unsalted butter
2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

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How to Make Applebee's Maple Butter Sauce

In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup pure maple syrup and 1/4 cup unsalted butter.
Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until the butter is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Stir in 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar until it's fully dissolved and the sauce is slightly thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional).
Serve warm over your favorite dessert – our recommendation? Applebee's walnut blondies or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

302g

Fat

73g

Carbs

26g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Applebee's Maple Butter Sauce?

Applebee's Maple Butter Sauce takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Applebee's Maple Butter Sauce?

Applebee's Maple Butter Sauce has approximately 516.5 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 26 g carbohydrates and 35 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Applebee's Maple Butter Sauce?

The key ingredients for Applebee's Maple Butter Sauce are Real Maple Syrup, Real Butter, Brown Sugar, Walnuts. See the full list with measurements above.