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Baked Maple Salmon

Heidi Larsenby Updated: Jul 10, 2025

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In this glazed maple salmon, a spicy-sweet rub tops salmon fillets that are broiled and then drizzled with maple syrup to create a caramelized crust for a quick and easy dinner that’s ready in under 10 minutes.

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Three brown sugar maple salmon filets on baking sheet

The Simplest Salmon Dinner That’s on the Table in 10 Minutes Flat

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Featuring a lifestyle that’s a little bit healthy with a whole lot of clean eating, I’ve been smitten with the pint-sized North Carolina blogger Lexi Kornblum of Lexi’s Clean Kitchen.

“I truly believe in the power of food,” Lexi writes in her new cookbook. And that motto shines bright on each and every page with recipes just like this fast-to-the-table, 10-minute maple brown sugar salmon recipe. Having to shift her diet inspired Lexi to write Lexi’s Clean Kitchen: 150 Delicious Paleo-Friendly Recipes to Nourish Your Life, so she could help others experiencing similar issues.

This super simple recipe is one you’ll be digging into time and time again. It’s easy enough for fast family dinners, but so stunningly tasty you’ll be eager to share it for special occasions too.

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uncooked salmon on baking tray

Heidi’s Tips for Broiling Salmon

Broiling the salmon for the recommended 7 to 9 minutes will give you a very dark crust, looking almost burnt. But that’s where the flavor comes in. The first time I cooked this I didn’t let it cook as long and pulled it before the crust could develop so the texture was more of a glaze.

The second time I cooked this dish, I cooked it longer. That’s when I enjoyed a wonderfully crusty, spicy but sweet caramelized crust that yes, was dark, but oh so good!

I would suggest you check your cooking time at 6 minutes and then check every minute as it cooks to get the preferred crust. The quick cooking time results in a very moist, tender flake of fish. This my friends, is a keeper. 

The 5 Basic Ingredients You’ll Need

The full recipe, with amounts, can be found in the recipe card below.

uncooked salmon on baking tray
  • Salmon filets — I prefer wild-caught salmon for it’s more robust flavor and can usually find it readily available just about year-round at my grocer’s seafood counter. You can also use flash-frozen salmon that will yield just about as tasty of results as fresh. Buy skinless or skin-on, noting that the skin crisps up nicely under the broiler and is super tasty.
  • Maple syrup — Use the real stuff, not anything labeled as “pancake syrup.”
  • Sugar — Try coconut sugar or granulated maple sugar. Regular brown sugar works great, too!
  • Paprika — Sweet paprika is great, or try smoked paprika for a smokier flavor.
  • Chili powder — Adds a little heat that pairs nicely with the maple syrup.

How to Make Maple Salmon in 10 Minutes

three maple glazed salmon filets on a plate
  1. Season the salmon. I suggest whisking together the sugar, salt, and spices in a separate bowl before sprinkling over the salmon for even distribution.
  2. Broil until the salmon is mostly done. If your filets have the skin still on, broil it skin-side up.
  3. Drizzle with maple syrup. Then, return the salmon under the broiler and pull it back out once it’s crisped up and formed a crust.

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Maple Salmon Recipe

A spicy sweet rub tops salmon fillets that are broiled then drizzled with maple syrup to create a caramelized crust for a dinner ready in under 10 minutes.
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Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Maple Salmon
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 9 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300.21kcal

Ingredients 

  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 ½ pounds skinless salmon fillets , cut into 4 portions
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to broil. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, paprika, sugar, and salt
  • Generously sprinkle the chili powder mixture evenly over the tops of the salmon fillets.
  • Place the salmon on the prepared baking sheet and broil for 6-9 minutes, depending on how thick your fillets are and how crispy you prefer the crust.*
  • Remove the salmon from the oven and brush the maple syrup over the tops to coat the spice rub. Return to the oven and broil for an additional 1-2 minutes until the maple syrup is bubbling and has formed a crust. Serve immediately.

Notes

*I would suggest you check your cooking time at 6 minutes and then check every minute as it cooks to get the preferred crust.

Nutrition

Calories: 300.21kcal | Carbohydrates: 14.01g | Protein: 34.27g | Fat: 11.29g | Saturated Fat: 1.75g | Cholesterol: 93.55mg | Sodium: 401.43mg | Potassium: 946.13mg | Fiber: 1.3g | Sugar: 11.25g | Vitamin A: 1522.99IU | Calcium: 47.37mg | Iron: 2.08mg
three maple syrup salmon filets on a plate

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    • Rebecca

      High – top rack but make sure that there is still at least a good inch between the top of the filet and the broiler coil, otherwise any crackling grease could spark. I usually have my rack on the second slot from the top.

  2. Rebecca

    So, I found this on Pinterest and have made it for myself FOUR times in the last week. I seriously cannot get enough!!!! Absolutely delicious and so easy! I had three half pound fillets and found that rubbing one side, putting that face down and broiling 3 minutes was just enough to remove the skin easily. Rubbed that side, broiled 3 more minutes, then flipped and glazed for 3 final minutes. Flawless :)

  3. ecommerce web design jeddah

    I worship salmon with fresh dill however not crusted. The fish has such a splendid, rich flavor that you would incline toward not to cover that by over seasoning. A little sea salt and new ground pepper. Get-up-and-go of 1 little lemon. 1 TBSP lemon juice. New dill. I use a respectable bit of dill however no place close crusted. The fish is unmistakable underneath the dill. Charitable – after the salt and pepper rub to some degree premium olive oil into the tissue. In case you outside layer your shocking fish you will yield the sort of the fish to the body. Why inconvenience?

    • Emily

      Lol why are you posting your comment more than once? Obviously there are more ways to enjoy salmon than one recipe. Maybe you should try this recipe before you make useless comments lol.

  4. Ameli

    Amazing recipe!!!! I just made this and it was absolutely delicious! And it did come out exactly as good looking!!! Thank you very much :D

  5. dalgic pompa

    Wow, the crusted salmon looks appetizing and mouth watering. I would like to congratulate the chef for preparing the delicacy. I have bookmarked this site and I will visit it during the weekend to read the recipe and try it on my own.

  6. Char

    Delicious dinner!!! We did it tonight and used smoked paprika and chipotle chili powder. Very good, but maybe next time we will do 1/2 tbs of chili and paprika. All in all it was a hit!

  7. Danae

    I have a question.. My broiler is at the bottom of my oven. It is a gas oven, so at what temp should I set the oven for this recipe?

    Thank you in advance!

  9. Addy

    Great recipe. Sounds very delicious. Definitely will try it. But, I don’t get when you say “Preheat your oven to broil”, what is the temperature?

    • Yuri Shukost

      Apparently some ovens have a broil setting. Otherwise, it’s about 500 F/260C, though I went for 392F/200C in a regular oven and did it as a bake.

  10. KathyCR

    It is really tasty and spicy, instead of chilly powder I used chipotle powder and enhance the flavour and used a little bit of smoked paprika, perfect combination ever! Thanks for the recipe ❤️

  11. finest-Assignments

    I adore salmon with crisp dill however not crusted. The fish has such a brilliant, rich flavor that you would prefer not to conceal that by over flavoring. A little ocean salt and new ground pepper. Get-up-and-go of 1 little lemon. 1 TBSP lemon juice. New dill. I utilize a decent piece of dill however no place close crusted. The fish is unmistakable underneath the dill. Gracious – after the salt and pepper rub somewhat premium olive oil into the tissue. On the off chance that you outside layer your stunning fish you will yield the kind of the fish to the hull. Why trouble?

  13. Isabella

    I absolutely love this. I’m always keen on trying salmon recipes. The combination of spices is really nice. One of the best recipes for salmon I know includes spinach, capers, cooking cream and black pepper. It tastes like heaven. Thank you!

  14. Annie

    Made this tonight. I was a bit skeptical with that combination of spices. But YES, yes, yes! It looked just like the picture and caramelized like it. AND tasted even better!

  15. Ana

    Great flavor combination! I have never made salmon this way and loved the spiced crust that formed. Yum! Thanks for the recipe!

  16. vivian

    Made this for my family tonight when I was pressed for time to get dinner on the table. It was a big hit Thanks for a great recipe!

  17. Kim Dallum

    This salmon will be center stage on my Christmas dinner table. It’s so previously, so elegant and so delicious. Thank you .

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