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Mixed Berry Compote

Mixed Berry Compote – Easy, Delicious, and So Versatile

Mixed Berry Compote is a vibrant topping for desserts, easily made with fresh or frozen berries.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Compote
  • 2 cups Mixed Berries (fresh or frozen) Any blend of strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on sweetness of berries.
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime or orange juice.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Use a microplane for fine zest.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Mixed Berry Compote
  1. In a medium saucepan, place your mixed berries along with granulated sugar and water. Stir gently until sugar is mostly dissolved.
  2. Set your saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a steady boil, stirring occasionally.
  3. Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring gently.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest until well incorporated.
  5. Allow the compote to cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to a bowl and refrigerate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 18gPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

The compote can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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