Best 5 Melon Compote Recipes

Melon compote is a refreshing and flavorful dessert that can be enjoyed on its own or used as a topping for other dishes. It is made with fresh melon, sugar, and water, and can be simmered on the stovetop or baked in the oven. This versatile dish can be made with a variety of melons, including cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon. It can also be flavored with different spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. This article provides three delicious recipes for melon compote:

1. **Classic Melon Compote**: This simple recipe uses fresh melon, sugar, and water to create a classic compote that is perfect for serving on its own or using as a topping for other desserts.

2. **Spiced Melon Compote**: This recipe adds a warm and inviting flavor to melon compote with the addition of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. It is perfect for serving on a cold winter day or as a special treat.

3. **Boozy Melon Compote**: This recipe adds a touch of sophistication to melon compote with the addition of white wine or rum. It is perfect for serving at a dinner party or other special occasion.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

MELON COMPOTE

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Categories Fruit Dessert Quick & Easy Low Sodium Melon Summer Vegan Gourmet Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
a 1-inch piece gingerroot, peeled and grated
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 cups 3/4-inch watermelon balls (from about a 3-pound piece, seeded)
2 cups 3/4-inch honeydew melon balls (from about a 3-pound piece, seeded)
2 cups 3/4-inch cantaloupe balls (from about a 3-pound piece, seeded)

Steps:

In a 1-quart saucepan bring sugar and water to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved, and simmer 2 minutes. Cool syrup and stir in lime juice, gingerroot, cumin, pepper, and salt to taste. In a bowl toss together melon balls and syrup. Chill compote, covered, at least until cold, about 2 hours, and up to 3 days.

MELON AND RASPBERRY COMPOTE

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This compote is equally good on beef or served over icecream with a blob of sour cream or whipped cream. from Cooking Light, (sour cream and whipped cream not recommended by Cooking light, of course it adds calories etc.!!!!)

Provided by Derf2440

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 cups cubed, peeled cantaloupe
1 1/2 cups fresh raspberries
1/2 cup apple juice
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons honey
lime slice (optional)

Steps:

Combine first 5 ingredients in a medium bowl, toss gently.
Cover and chill.
Garnish with lime slices, if desired.

MELON AND BERRY COMPOTE

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Categories Sauce Berry Fruit Brunch Dessert Side Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Blueberry Raspberry Strawberry Melon Watermelon Mint Summer Vegan Bon Appétit Fat Free Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 cups 1/2-inch cubes watermelon
1 cup diced hulled strawberries
1 cup raspberries
1 cup blueberries
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh mint

Steps:

Mix all ingredients in large bowl. Let stand at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours.

CANTALOUPE SORBET WITH MELON CONFETTI COMPOTE

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Categories Blender Fruit Dessert Freeze/Chill Kid-Friendly Low Sodium Frozen Dessert Melon Cantaloupe Honeydew Watermelon Summer Vegan Bon Appétit Small Plates

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 pounds cantaloupe, peeled, seeded, cut into large pieces
1 1/4 cups Essencia or other sweet dessert wine
3/4 cup sugar
1 star anise pod* (optional)
1 cup 1/4-inch-dice peeled seeded watermelon
1 cup 1/4-inch-dice peeled seeded cantaloupe
1 cup 1/4-inch-dice peeled seeded honeydew melon
Fresh mint sprigs
*A brown, star-shaped seed pod available at specialty foods stores.

Steps:

Puree cantaloupe in blender. Add 1/2 cup Essencia and 1/2 cup sugar; blend until sugar dissolves. Transfer to ice cream maker; process according to manufacturer's instructions. Freeze in covered container. (Can be made 1 week ahead.)
Combine 3/4 cup Essencia, 1/4 cup sugar and star anise in heavy small saucepan. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Simmer until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 4 minutes. Chill until cold. (Can be made 1 day ahead.)
Remove star anise from syrup. Add diced melon to syrup and toss gently. Scoop sorbet into glasses. Spoon compote over. Garnish with mint.

PALUDAH (FRESH MELON AND PEACH COMPOTE)

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Make and share this Paludah (Fresh Melon and Peach Compote) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chocolatl

Categories Dessert

Time 2h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 medium persian melon (or 2 small cantaloupes)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 medium peaches, ripe but still firm, peeled, halved and sliced
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons rose water
ice (optional)

Steps:

Cut melon in half and remove seeds and stringy pulp.
Using melon baller or small spoon, scoop out as many melon balls as possible.
Put melon balls in deep bowl.
Pour any juice from shells over melon balls, and discard shells.
Toss with salt.
Add peaches, sugar, lemon juice and rose water.
Toss gently to combine.
Cover tightly and refrigerate at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.
Serve in individual dishes.
Top with crushed or shaved ice if desired.

Tips:

Choose ripe, fragrant melons for the best flavor.
If you don't have a melon baller, you can use a spoon to scoop out the melon balls.
If you want a smoother compote, you can purée it in a food processor or blender.
Serve the compote warm or cold, depending on your preference.
Garnish the compote with fresh mint or basil for a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Melon compote is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many ways. It's perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. You can serve it on its own, or use it as a topping for yogurt, ice cream, or pancakes. You can also add it to smoothies or use it as a filling for pies and tarts. No matter how you choose to enjoy it, melon compote is a surefire way to please your taste buds.