This scrumptious and versatile fruit compote is super easy to make and great for all ages. Try swirling it into your morning oatmeal, using it as a delicious pancake topping or adding it into baked goods. 

Side Shot of Compote in Glass Jar

WHAT IS FRUIT COMPOTE?

Fruit compote is made by cooking whole or pieces of fruit (fresh or frozen) in sugar syrup. Often different ingredients are added such as spices, citrus peel or dried fruit. The end result is a deliciously textured fruit sauce. 

This version of fruit compote uses orange juice to replace sugar syrup. Cinnamon, ginger and orange zest are added for extra flavour. 

WHAT FRUIT CAN YOU USE?

The great thing about this recipe is that it can be adapted to suit whatever fruit is in season. You can use fresh fruit, frozen fruit and even add dried fruit into the mix. 

Ingredients to Make Fruit Compote

HOW TO MAKE FRUIT COMPOTE

It doesn’t really get much easier than this compote recipe. 

  1. Add all ingredients to a pan
  2. Bring to a boil
  3. Turn the heat to low and simmer for 10 -12 mins. Stir and mash fruit during this time. 

WANT A THICKER COMPOTE?

If you prefer a thicker compote then you can add some chia seeds. Once it has been simmering for 10 mins, remove your compote from the stove top and add 1 tbsp of chia seeds. Stir and allow to thicken. 

 

Berries at Different Stages of Cooking Compote

OTHER FLAVOUR IDEAS

Once you have the hang of making compote (not difficult) you can experiment with a range of flavours. Why not try adding 

  • SPICES: Cinnamon, Ginger, Star Anise, Cardamom, Vanilla
  • CITRUS: Lemon/lime/orange juice, zest or rind.
  • DRIED FRUIT: Intensify flavour and sweetness with some dried fruit e.g apricots, raisins, figs.
  • FLAVOURED WATER /JUICE: Rosewater (a personal favourite), Orange Blossom Water or frut juices such as cranberry or pomegranate. 
  • HERBS: Mint, Basil, Rosemary (add after cooking)

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

Compote can be served warm, straight after cooking, or chilled. It is delicious by the spoonful but you can enjoy it in a variety of ways. 

  • Stir through some yoghurt, oatmeal, cottage cheese or ice-cream
  • Top pancakes, waffles or french toast
  • Use in baking and desserts
  • Use as a dip

Yoghurt in a Bowl with Fruit Compote Stirred Through

FRUIT COMPOTE FOR BABIES

Fruit compote is great for babies. Mash the fruit to the consistency your baby is used to and serve as per the suggestions above. 

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week. 

Freeze in an ice-cube tray and then transfer to freezable container/bag. Store for up to 3 months. 

Top Down View of Fruit Compote in Glass Jar

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Side Shot of Fruit Compote in Glass Jar

Fruit Compote

A delicious, delicately spice mixed fruit compote.

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally

  • Once bubbling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 mins, stirring occasionally. Mash fruit as it simmers, to desired consistency.

  • Remove from heat and allow to cool before storing in the refrigerator.

Recipe Notes

  1. You can use fresh or frozen fruit.
  2. If you prefer a thicker compote then remove cooked compote from the heat and add a tbsp of chia seeds. Stir through and allow to thicken. 
  3.  If required, sweeten with sweetener of choice 

Nutritional information is a rough guide only, calculated using an online nutrition calculator. 

Nutrition Facts

Fruit Compote

Amount Per Serving

Calories 40
Calories from Fat 9

% Daily Value*

Fat 1g2%

Saturated Fat 1g5%

Sodium 1mg0%

Potassium 50mg1%

Carbohydrates 10g3%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 7g8%

Protein 1g2%

Vitamin A 45IU1%

Vitamin C 4.6mg6%

Calcium 8mg1%

Iron 0.1mg1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.





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