Easy Strawberry Compote
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 cups
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Calories
103 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Easy Strawberry Compote
Description
To make this compote, strawberries are hulled and cut into halves or quarters to release their juices faster while cooking. The berries combine with white sugar, fresh lemon juice, and orange juice, which add acidity and citrus notes. A slurry of cornstarch and water is used to thicken the mixture as it heats.
Cooking the mixture over medium-high heat brings it to a boil, then reducing to a simmer softens the strawberries further. Some berries are mashed gently, blending their texture into the compote, which reduces and thickens over about 10 minutes.
This compote is versatile and can be served hot or cold atop pancakes, waffles, French toast, or desserts like ice cream and cake. Alternative fruits like blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or peaches can be substituted to vary flavor and texture. Simmering longer yields a thicker compote if desired.
The compote stores well refrigerated for up to two weeks, allowing it to be prepared in advance for easy use throughout the week.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs strawberry fresh
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon corn starch + 1 tablespoon of water for a slurry
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
Instructions
- Hull Strawberries With a pairing knife, remove the top green part of the strawberry and then cut the strawberries in half or quarters.
- Bring to a Boil Create a cornstarch slurry by adding cornstarch to a small bowl with 1 tablespoon of water and whisking. Add the strawberries, sugar, OJ, cornstarch slurry, and lemon juice to a medium-sized saucepan and heat over high heat until it comes to a boil.
- Simmer and Reduce Turn the heat down to medium-low to bring the mixture to a simmer. Simmer until the strawberries are soft and give them a gentle mash with a masher or fork. Let simmer and reduce for approximately 10 minutes.
- Serve or Store Serve hot or cold over your favorite pancakes, waffles, french toast, or ice cream or cake! Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks until you're ready to use it.
Notes
- Substitute strawberries with blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or peaches for variation.
- If orange juice is unavailable, water can be used instead, though citrus adds distinct flavor.
- Simmering longer (5 to 10 additional minutes) produces a thicker compote consistency.
- Serve the compote warm or cold over pancakes, waffles, ice cream, cake, or toast.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 103 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 103kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 382mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 58IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 143mg | 159% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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