Best 7 Potluck Cherry Compote Recipes
Indulge your taste buds with a delightful journey into the world of cherry compotes, a culinary symphony of sweet and tangy flavors. From classic to contemporary, this collection of recipes presents a diverse array of cherry compote variations, each offering a unique taste experience. Discover the timeless charm of Traditional Cherry Compote, where juicy cherries simmer in a harmonious blend of sugar and spices, resulting in a luscious topping for pancakes, waffles, or ice cream. Embark on a culinary adventure with Spiced Cherry Compote, where aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves dance in a vibrant symphony of flavors, transforming ordinary desserts into extraordinary delights. For a touch of elegance, try the Cherry-Port Compote, where rich port wine adds a sophisticated depth of flavor, making it an ideal accompaniment to cheese platters and charcuterie boards. And for a modern twist, explore the Cherry-Balsamic Compote, where tangy balsamic vinegar brings a delightful contrast to the sweetness of cherries, creating a versatile sauce perfect for both sweet and savory dishes.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SIMPLE TART CHERRY COMPOTE
Tart cherries are hard to find where I live but when we occasionally come across them, we look forward to making this recipe to put over local vanilla bean gelato. Sweet and tart all at the same time. Also delicious on ice cream, pound cake, pancakes, Greek yogurt... The options are endless! It's the taste of summer for our family! Keeps up to 3 days in the fridge.
Provided by trixie_stardust73
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes
Time 44m
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring 3/4 cup water, sugar, and cinnamon to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat and simmer until sugar is dissolved, 3 to 4 minutes. Add cherries; bring back to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until cherries soften, about 5 minutes.
- Mix 2 tablespoons water and cornstarch together in a small bowl; pour over the cherry mixture in the saucepan. Stir until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Let cool, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a container and refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.1 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 2.6 mg, Sugar 16.2 g
CHERRY COMPOTE
Funny enough I didn't find a similar recipe here so I decided to post it. Serve over cheesecake.
Provided by Bethania
Categories Fruit Filling Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine cherries, sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat slightly and simmer until mixture becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and stir in lemon juice. Let cool to room temperature before serving, 30 minutes to 1 hour. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 3.3 mg
EASY CHERRY COMPOTE
This rich compote makes a perfect addition to pancakes for brunch
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Afternoon tea, Breakfast, Condiment, Dessert, Treat
Time 1h5m
Yield Makes 3 x 450g jars
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Put the cherries into a wide, deep frying pan, add 150ml water, then bring to the boil. Cook for 15 mins, stirring now and again until the fruit is starting to soften. Tip in the sugar, stir until it dissolves, add the lemon juice and brandy, then bring back to the boil.
- Cook for 15 mins until the fruit has collapsed a little and the sauce is syrupy, smooth and dark purple. Spoon a little of the juice onto a saucer and leave to cool for 30 secs. Push it with your finger; it's ready if the syrup wrinkles. Ladle into sterilised jars (see tip, below) and seal.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar
CONTEST-WINNING HOT FRUIT COMPOTE
"This sweet and colorful fruit compote is perfect with an egg casserole at a holiday brunch. It can bake right alongside the eggs, so everything is conveniently done at the same time," notes Joyce Moynihan in Lakeville, Minnesota.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Breakfast Brunch Lunch Side Dishes
Time 55m
Yield 20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Pour into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Spread pie filling over fruit mixture; sprinkle with brown sugar. , Cover and bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until bubbly. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 16mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
CHERRY COMPOTE
This versitile compote can go savory or sweet. Try it as a sandwich spread or stirred into plain yogurt.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Time 45m
Yield Makes 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine cherries, sugar, fresh rosemary, and 1 tablespoon water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until cherries are nice and tender and liquid is slightly thickened, 12 to 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in vinegar; season lightly with salt and pepper. Let stand at room temperature until cool. Serve or store.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 g, Fiber 1 g
FRESH CHERRY COMPOTE
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Steps:
- Cool the compote: Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vinegar. Pour into a clean glass jar, let cool to room temperature, cover with the jar's lid and refrigerate. The compote will keep, refrigerated for up to 1 week. It can be frozen for up to 12 months.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 35 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 7 mg, Sugar 7 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 1 1/2 cups, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
FLATHEAD CHERRY COMPOTE
This simple compote is a great accompaniment to roasted lamb or beef. We live in Flathead cherry country so that's what I use, but any sweet dark cherry will work. If using frozen cherries, it usually isn't necessary to add the water.
Provided by DarlisJ
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat the cherries, sugar, rosemary, and water in a saucepan over high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until cherries are tender and sauce is thickened, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm or cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 0.3 mg, Sugar 15.3 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe cherries for the best flavor.
- If you don't have fresh cherries, you can use frozen or canned cherries. Just be sure to thaw frozen cherries before using.
- Add a little bit of lemon juice to brighten the flavor of the compote.
- If you like a sweeter compote, add more sugar. You can also add a little bit of honey or maple syrup.
- For a thicker compote, cook it for a longer period of time. You can also add a cornstarch slurry to thicken the compote.
- Serve the compote warm or cold. It can be used as a topping for pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or ice cream.
Conclusion:
Cherry compote is a delicious and versatile dish that can be used in a variety of ways. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you have a potluck or gathering, consider making a batch of cherry compote to share with your friends and family.
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