Strawberry Compote Recipe
A delightful and easy-to-make Strawberry Compote recipe that is bursting with fresh berry flavor. This versatile compote can be used as a topping for pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or desserts like cheesecake and ice cream. It’s a perfect way to enjoy the sweetness of strawberries in a simple and delicious form.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Fresh Strawberries:
4 cups, hulled and halved
Granulated Sugar:
1/3 cup
Lemon Juice:
2 tablespoons
Lemon Zest:
1 teaspoon
Vanilla Extract:
1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Cook the Strawberries: In a medium saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries soften and release their juices.
- Mash the Berries: Lightly mash some of the berries with the back of a spoon or a potato masher, leaving some pieces chunky for texture.
- Add Flavor: Stir in lemon zest and vanilla extract. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from heat and let cool before serving.
Notes
- This compote can be served warm or chilled over pancakes, waffles, yogurt, cheesecake, or ice cream.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- You can also freeze it for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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