Hot Fruit Compote
Delight in the cozy warmth of this Hot Fruit Compote, a comforting medley of tender apples, juicy pears, tangy cranberries, and sweet pineapple chunks simmered to perfection in a fragrant blend of orange juice, honey, cinnamon, and nutmeg. This easy-to-make recipe shines with its balance of natural sweetness and citrusy zest, enhanced by a dash of vanilla and the richness of melted butter. Ready in just 45 minutes, this versatile dish can be savored on its own or used as a luscious topping for pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or even ice cream. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a holiday side, this spiced fruit compote is a heartwarming treat that’s as nourishing as it is delicious.
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Ingredients
- 2 medium, peeled, cored, and chopped apples
- 2 medium, peeled, cored, and chopped pears
- 1 cup, drained canned pineapple chunks
- 1 cup frozen cranberries
- 1 cup orange juice
- 0.25 cup, packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons, unsalted butter
Directions
Step 1
Prepare the apples and pears by peeling, coring, and chopping them into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it foams slightly.
Step 3
Add the apples, pears, and cranberries to the saucepan and stir for 2-3 minutes to lightly soften them.
Step 4
Pour in the orange juice and stir in the brown sugar, honey, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Step 5
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan and let it cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 6
Add the pineapple chunks during the final 5 minutes of cooking to warm them through.
Step 7
Remove the compote from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 8
Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding a small drizzle of honey or a pinch more brown sugar.
Step 9
Serve hot, on its own, or as a topping over pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1518.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1216.2 |
| Total Fat 25.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g | |
| Cholesterol 65.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 180.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 257.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 31.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 198.8g | |
| Protein 6.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 4.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 183.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1742.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories