Low Fat Fruit Compote

Brighten up your day with this Low Fat Fruit Compote, a naturally sweet and healthy dessert or topping that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make recipe combines a medley of fresh, seasonal fruits like berries, apples, pears, or peaches simmered to perfection in a light citrus-honey glaze infused with warm cinnamon and a hint of vanilla. Ready in just 25 minutes, this guilt-free treat is low in fat, refined sugar-free, and can be easily adapted for vegan diets by swapping honey for maple syrup. Serve it warm over oatmeal, chilled with yogurt, or as a delightful accompaniment to pancakes and waffles. Whether you’re meal-prepping or craving a quick and wholesome dessert, this fruit compote is a flavorful, versatile, and nutritious option sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Mixed fresh fruits (such as berries, apples, pears, or peaches)
• 0.5 cups Fresh orange juice
• 0.25 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoons Cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
• 2 tablespoons Cold water (if using cornstarch)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and prepare the fruit. If using larger fruits like apples or pears, peel (if preferred) and chop them into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh orange juice, water, honey, and ground cinnamon. Stir well to combine.

Step 3

Add the prepared fruits to the saucepan and gently stir to coat them in the liquid mixture.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium-low and allow the fruits to cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until they soften and release their juices. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

If desired, mix the cornstarch and cold water together in a small bowl until smooth. Slowly pour this slurry into the saucepan, stirring constantly, and cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture thickens.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor.

Step 8

Allow the compote to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled, depending on your preference.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1210.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	653.1

Total Fat 2.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 16.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 164.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 133.3g
Protein 6.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 125.0mg	0%
Iron 2.3mg	0%
Potassium 1399.2mg	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: 3.1%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 93.4%