Dissolve the gelatin in water and soak. Melt over hot water and combine with the maple syrup. Cool.Whip the cream .When the maple mixture becomes as thick as egg whites,whip in small bowl of mixer. Fold into whipped cream. Put in a mold which has been rinsed with very cold water and sprinkled with sugar. Chill for 4 hours. Serve to 8 to 10 people.