Dried and Fresh Fruit Compote

Sweeten your table with a luscious Dried and Fresh Fruit Compote, a vibrant dessert or breakfast accompaniment brimming with natural flavors. This recipe blends tender dried apricots, figs, and raisins with fresh, juicy apples and pears, all simmered in a fragrant bath of orange juice, honey, and warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Infused with a touch of vanilla and a bright splash of lemon juice, this compote strikes a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's versatile enough to serve warm over Greek yogurt, chilled alongside pound cake, or simply on its own for a light, guilt-free treat. Bursting with wholesome fruits and aromatic spices, this easy-to-make dish is a perfect addition to any meal or holiday spread!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Dried apricots
• 1 cup Dried figs
• 0.5 cup Raisins
• 2 large Fresh apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 2 large Fresh pears (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 2 cups Orange juice
• 1 cup Water
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing your dried fruits. Chop the dried apricots and figs into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the dried apricots, dried figs, raisins, orange juice, and water.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 4

Add the peeled, cored, and diced apples and pears to the saucepan.

Step 5

Stir in the honey, cinnamon stick, and ground nutmeg.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the dried fruits are plump and the fresh fruits are tender but not mushy.

Step 7

Remove from the heat, discard the cinnamon stick, and stir in the lemon juice and vanilla extract.

Step 8

Allow the compote to cool slightly before serving. It can be served warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Step 9

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1935.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1530.1

Total Fat 4.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 50.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 386.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.0g	0%
Total Sugars 301.5g
Protein 14.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 327.4mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 3750.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.5%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 94.0%