Dried Fruit Compote for Two

Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of this Dried Fruit Compote for Two, a simple yet elegant dessert that celebrates the natural flavors of dried apricots, figs, cherries, and raisins. Infused with the warm, aromatic notes of cinnamon, star anise, honey, and a splash of apple juice, this compote simmers to perfection in just 15 minutes. Brightened with a hint of lemon zest and vanilla extract, it’s a versatile treat that can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. Serve it over creamy yogurt, fluffy pancakes, or velvety ice cream for a delightful finishing touch to your meal. Perfectly portioned for two, this fruit compote is a cozy and wholesome way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Keywords: dried fruit compote, easy dessert recipe, fruit topping for yogurt, compote for two, warm fruit dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Dried apricots
• 4 pieces Dried figs
• 2 tablespoons Dried cherries
• 2 tablespoons Raisins
• 1 cup Water
• 0.5 cup Apple juice
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 1 piece Star anise
• 0.5 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Roughly chop the dried apricots and figs into bite-sized pieces and set them aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the water, apple juice, honey, cinnamon stick, and star anise. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and add the chopped apricots, figs, dried cherries, and raisins to the saucepan.

Step 4

Simmer the mixture for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fruits are plump and tender.

Step 5

Add the lemon zest and vanilla extract, then stir to combine. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and discard the cinnamon stick and star anise.

Step 7

Let the compote cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature as is or over yogurt, pancakes, or ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(760.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	783.6

Total Fat 1.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 40.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 192.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.3g	0%
Total Sugars 164.6g
Protein 4.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 270.3mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 1201.1mg	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: 1.6%

Protein: 2.3%

Carbs: 96.2%