Warm Fruit Compote

Cozy up with the irresistible flavors of this Warm Fruit Compote, a comforting blend of tender apples and pears simmered to perfection in fresh orange juice and a touch of brown sugar. Infused with the warmth of cinnamon and nutmeg, this recipe features dried cranberries and apricots for added texture and bursts of sweetness. Thickened to a luscious consistency with a cornstarch slurry and finished with a hint of vanilla, this versatile compote is ready in just 30 minutes and perfect for any occasion. Serve it as a topping for pancakes, waffles, or oatmeal, or enjoy it on its own as a decadent dessert. Delicious, wholesome, and easy to make, this warm fruit compote is a must-try for lovers of simple yet flavorful dishes.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium, peeled, cored, and diced Apples
• 2 medium, peeled, cored, and diced Pears
• 0.5 cup Fresh orange juice
• 0.5 cup Water
• 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.25 cup, chopped Dried apricots
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Cold water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the diced apples, diced pears, orange juice, water, and brown sugar.

Step 2

Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

Once simmering, add the dried cranberries, dried apricots, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fresh fruit is tender and the dried fruit has plumped up.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry.

Step 6

Add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan and stir well to ensure it is evenly incorporated.

Step 7

Allow the compote to gently simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 9

Serve the warm fruit compote immediately, or let it cool to room temperature and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1087.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	765.0

Total Fat 1.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 34.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 192.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.1g	0%
Total Sugars 141.7g
Protein 4.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 123.4mg	0%
Iron 2.0mg	0%
Potassium 1312.9mg	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: 1.9%

Protein: 2.0%

Carbs: 96.1%