Best 3 Cranberry Cherry Compote Recipes

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Cranberry cherry compote is a versatile condiment that can be used as a topping for pancakes, waffles, french toast, yogurt, or oatmeal. It can also be used as a filling for pies, tarts, and cakes or as a sauce for grilled meats or fish. This delicious, easy-to-make concoction is a great way to use up leftover cranberries and cherries, and it's also a healthy snack that's packed with antioxidants and vitamins. In this article, we'll explore some of the best recipes for cranberry cherry compote, so you can find the perfect one to suit your taste.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY-CHERRY COMPOTE



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Dark sweet cherries and apple cider lend sweetness and depth to this bourbon-and-black-pepper-spiked cranberry sauce.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Cranberry     Cherry     Fruit     Kid-Friendly     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

20 ounces frozen or fresh cranberries (about 4 1/2 cups)
10 ounces frozen dark sweet cherries (about 2 cups)
1 1/4 cups (packed) brown sugar
1/2 cup apple cider
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup bourbon

Steps:

  • Bring cranberries, cherries, brown sugar, cider, and pepper to a boil over high heat in a medium saucepan. Cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, then stir in bourbon. Reduce heat, bring to a simmer, and cook, stirring often and pushing fruit against the side of the pan with the back of a wooden spoon to break apart slightly, until thick and syrupy, about 25 minutes more. Let cool completely.
  • Do Ahead
  • Sauce can be made 5 days ahead; cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.

CRANBERRY, SHALLOT, AND DRIED CHERRY COMPOTE



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Sauce     Fruit     Side     Thanksgiving     Vinegar     Cranberry     Cherry     White Wine     Fall     Shallot     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings (about 3 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound small (1-inch-wide) shallots or pearl onions (preferably red), left unpeeled
1 tablespoon unsalted butter or vegetable oil
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup white-wine vinegar
1 cup dry white wine
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup dried sour cherries (5 ounces)
2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (8 ounces; not thawed if frozen)
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Blanch shallots in a 3-quart saucepan of boiling water 1 minute, then drain. Peel shallots and separate into cloves if necessary.
  • Cook shallots in butter in 3-quart saucepan over moderate heat, stirring, 1 minute. Add sugar and 1 tablespoon vinegar and cook, stirring frequently, until sugar mixture turns a golden caramel, 15 to 20 minutes. Carefully add remaining vinegar, wine, and salt and boil, stirring, 1 minute (use caution, as mixture will bubble up). Add cherries and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until shallots are tender and liquid is syrupy, about 45 minutes.
  • Add cranberries and water and gently boil over moderate heat, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until cranberries have burst, about 10 minutes. Transfer compote to a bowl and cool completely.

CRANBERRY AND TART-CHERRY COMPOTE



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Provided by Nancy Oakes

Categories     Sauce     Side     Thanksgiving     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Low Cal     High Fiber     Cranberry     Dried Fruit     Cherry     Fall     Family Reunion     Low Cholesterol     Potluck     Simmer     Boil     Bon Appétit     Fat Free     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lime
1 1/2 cups cranberry juice cocktail
1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries
1 cup dried tart cherries
1/2 cup dried cranberries (about 3 ounces)
1 cinnamon stick
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 cup currant jelly (about one 10-ounce jar)
Pinch of coarse kosher salt

Steps:

  • Grate 1 1/2 teaspoons peel from lime; set aside. Cut off all peel and white pith from lime. Working over bowl, cut between membranes to release lime segments.
  • Bring cranberry juice to boil in large saucepan. Add lime segments, fresh cranberries, and next 4 ingredients; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium; simmer until mixture thickens, about 8 minutes. Add currant jelly. Simmer until jelly is melted, stirring occasionally, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in lime peel and coarse salt. Transfer to small bowl. Cover; chill at least 4 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 week ahead. Keep chilled.
  • Discard cinnamon stick before serving.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of berries for a more flavorful compote.
  • Fresh or frozen berries can be used.
  • If using frozen berries, thaw them before using.
  • Adjust the amount of sugar to taste.
  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice for a brighter flavor.
  • For a thicker compote, cook it for a longer period of time.
  • Serve the compote warm or cold.
  • Use the compote as a topping for pancakes, waffles, ice cream, or yogurt.
  • Add the compote to smoothies or milkshakes.
  • Use the compote as a filling for pies, tarts, or muffins.

Conclusion:

Cranberry cherry compote is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It's a great way to use up fresh or frozen berries, and it's a healthy and flavorful addition to many different meals. Whether you're serving it as a topping, a filling, or a snack, cranberry cherry compote is sure to please everyone at the table.

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