Spring Fruit Compote (Quick & Easy)
This strawberry fruit compote is a fresh, vibrant spring recipe made with simple ingredients. It’s lightly sweet, slightly tangy, and perfect for topping pancakes, yogurt, desserts, or even savory dishes.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring spoons
- Storage jar or container
Ingredients
- 500 g fresh fruits strawberries, cherries, blueberry, apricot
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Wash the fruits thoroughly and remove the stems.
- Cut the fruits into halves or quarters depending on size.
- Place the fruits in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the sugar and lemon juice to the pan.
- Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
- Let the mixture cook until the fruits release their juices.
- Continue simmering for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Lightly mash some of the fruits while leaving chunks for texture.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Allow the compote to cool slightly before serving or storing.
Notes
Nutritional Information (80 ml, per serving)
- Calories: 70
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Sugar: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
