Best 7 Berry Compote Topping Recipes
Indulge in a culinary symphony of sweet and tangy flavors with our delectable berry compote topping. This versatile sauce is a delightful accompaniment to a myriad of desserts, from pancakes and waffles to ice cream and yogurt. Its vibrant hues and luscious texture will elevate any dish, adding a burst of freshness and a pop of color. This article presents a collection of berry compote recipes, each offering a unique flavor profile to tantalize your taste buds. From the classic strawberry compote to the exotic blueberry-elderberry compote, these recipes cater to diverse preferences and dietary restrictions. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will transform your desserts into extraordinary creations.
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BLUEBERRY COMPOTE
Provided by Ellie Krieger
Categories dessert
Time 23m
Yield 1/2 cup, 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine 1 cup of the blueberries, water, sugar and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Cook over a medium heat for about 10 minutes. Add the rest of the blueberries and cook for 8 minutes more, stirring frequently. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 calorie, Sodium 0.4 milligrams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fiber 1 grams
BLUEBERRY COMPOTE
This blueberry compote goes beautifully in the morning on hot pancakes.
Provided by alisadiomin
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Dessert Sauce Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Combine 1/2 the blueberries, sugar, and water in a small, heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer, stirring often, until blueberries burst, about 10 minutes.
- Stir remaining blueberries into the simmering mixture. Continue to simmer until compote thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 8 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 40.8 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 0.6 mg, Sugar 8.7 g
MIXED BERRY COMPOTE
Use any mixture of berries in this simple, quick compote. It tastes great with the raspberry torte and over ice cream or pound cake. Active time: 5 min Start to finish: 5 min
Categories Sauce Berry Dessert Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Summer Gourmet Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield Makes about 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Melt butter in a skillet over moderate heat. Stir in brown sugar and lemon juice until sugar is dissolved. Add berries and cook, tossing gently (try to keep most of them from breaking up), until berries are warm and juices begin to be released, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
MIXED BERRY COMPOTE
A sweet mixed berry compote that goes perfect over ice cream or with yogurt in a parfait.
Provided by Nathan Plesnicher
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Dessert Sauce Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Dissolve cornstarch in brandy in a small bowl and set aside.
- Combine mixed berries, sugar, and honey in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil. Add cornstarch mixture and boil until berries break down and compote thickens to the desired consistency, 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.1 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 1.4 mg, Sugar 27.9 g
EASY MIXED BERRY COMPOTE (10-MINUTE RECIPE)
Learning how to make berry compote is simple and should be a staple in every kitchen. This versatile mixed berry sauce/compote can be used in dozens of ways. Plus, this recipe is refined sugar-free and contains just three base ingredients!
Provided by Samira
Categories Breakfast Condiment Dessert Side
Time 7m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, add the berries and lemon juice and heat over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat slightly and heat for 2-3 more minutes. Occasionally press the berries, so they release more of their juices (though there's no need to mash them fully).
- Add the maple syrup (or sweetener of your choice) towards the end of the cooking time and stir well. Feel free to adjust the amount of lemon juice/sweetener at any time.
- Remove from the heat and either serve the fruit compote immediately or allow to cool and use later.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.25 cup, Calories 59 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 11 g
BERRY COMPOTE TOPPING
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in the water, lemon juice and syrup. Stir in the berries. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Serve immediately or transfer to freezer containers. May be frozen for up to 3 months., To use frozen sauce: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Place in a saucepan and heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
WARM BERRY COMPOTE
This recipe is from the Williams-Sonoma FRUIT DESSERT cookbook, a copy of which my gracious partner in the current Cookbook Swap sent to me! It is ALWAYS best to use fruits when they are in season, but if making this recipe when they are not, frozen berries COULD be used!
Provided by Sydney Mike
Categories Dessert
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large, nonreactive saute pan over medium heat, combine 1/4 cup water & 1/2 cup sugar & bring to boil, stirring to dissolve sugar.
- Cook 2 minutes, then add berries, lemon juice & salt.
- Return to boil, then add butter & swirl mixture around in the pan until butter melts.
- Spoon berries along with the sauce onto warmed dessert placts &, if desired, place a small scoop of vanilla ice cream (or yogurt) in center of each plate.
- Serve immediately & enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.6, Fat 12, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 42, Carbohydrate 39.5, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 34, Protein 1.4
Tips:
- Choose fresh, ripe berries: This will ensure the best flavor and texture for your compote. You can use a variety of berries, such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries.
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan: This will help to prevent the berries from burning.
- Cook the compote over medium heat: This will help to preserve the berries' flavor and texture.
- Stir the compote frequently: This will help to prevent the berries from sticking to the bottom of the pan and burning.
- Add sugar to taste: Start with a small amount of sugar and add more until the compote reaches your desired sweetness.
- Let the compote cool completely: This will allow the flavors to meld together.
Conclusion:
Berry compote is a versatile topping that can be used on a variety of desserts, such as pancakes, waffles, ice cream, and yogurt. It is also a great way to use up leftover berries. With its bright flavor and beautiful color, berry compote is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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