Dried Fruit Compote with Chevre

Transform your dessert or appetizer table with this elegant Dried Fruit Compote with Chèvre, a dish that perfectly balances sweet, tangy, and creamy flavors. Made with a vibrant combination of dried apricots, figs, and raisins simmered in honey-sweetened orange juice with warm cinnamon and vanilla, this compote creates a luscious, caramelized fruit topping. Served over tangy chèvre (goat cheese), it delivers a rich, velvety contrast that will impress every palate. Perfectly finished with a sprinkle of toasted pistachios for crunch, this versatile recipe can be enjoyed with crusty bread, crackers, or as a standalone treat. Ready in just 30 minutes, this elegant dish is an effortless way to elevate any gathering. Whether served warm, chilled, or room temperature, this dried fruit compote with chèvre is sure to steal the spotlight.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Dried apricots
• 1 cup Dried figs
• 0.5 cup Raisins
• 1.5 cups Orange juice
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 8 ounces Chèvre (goat cheese)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Toasted pistachios (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Chop the dried apricots and figs into bite-sized pieces and combine with the raisins in a medium saucepan.

Step 2

Add orange juice, honey, a cinnamon stick, and salt to the saucepan. Stir to combine.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Lower the heat and cook uncovered for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fruit has softened and the liquid has reduced into a syrupy consistency.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and discard the cinnamon stick. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

Allow the compote to cool slightly before serving. It can be served warm, room temperature, or chilled, depending on your preference.

Step 7

To serve, spread the chèvre onto a serving plate or individual plates and spoon the dried fruit compote over the top.

Step 8

Sprinkle with toasted pistachios for added crunch, if desired, and serve with crusty bread, crackers, or enjoy on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(901.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1682.0

Total Fat 59.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 121.5mg	0%
Sodium 1676.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 248.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.9g	0%
Total Sugars 196.6g
Protein 54.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 576.1mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 2845.6mg	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: 30.5%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 57.0%