How to Make a Simple Fruit Compote

How to Make a Simple Fruit Compote

from everydayhealthyrecipes.com
Dessert
10 min
6 servings
50 kcal / serving

This simple 2-ingredient fruit compote is a delicious way to use summer fruit.  It’s incredibly quick and easy to make and can be served in many different ways.

Ingredients

  • 1 poundberries or stone fruit (or currants, fresh or frozen )
  • 1 tablespoonsugar (or to taste, alternatives include honey and maple syrup )

Directions

  1. 1

    If using fresh fruit rinse the fruit and remove the pits (if applicable) then place the fruit in a large pan/saucepan. If using large fruit, such as peaches, remove the pits and chop into chunks before cooking. Add the sugar and cook over a medium heat for about 6 minutes (add 2 more minutes is using frozen fruit) stirring often.  The fruit will soften and release lots of juice.

  2. 2

    Bring to the boil and cook for a couple of minutes. Stir gently so the fruit keeps its shape.Add more sugar to taste at any point during cooking if needed.

  3. 3

    Remove from the heat and serve immediately or wait for the sauce to cool before serving. See Serving Suggestions in post.