Best 7 Mixed Fruit Compote Recipes

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Mixed fruit compote is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is made with a variety of fruits, such as apples, pears, berries, and peaches, that are simmered in a sugar syrup until they are softened. The resulting dish is a sweet and tangy treat that can be served on its own or used as a topping for other desserts.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MIXED BERRY COMPOTE



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A sweet mixed berry compote that goes perfect over ice cream or with yogurt in a parfait.

Provided by Nathan Plesnicher

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Dessert Sauce Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon brandy
4 cups fresh mixed berries with juices
½ cup white sugar
⅓ cup honey

Steps:

  • Dissolve cornstarch in brandy in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Combine mixed berries, sugar, and honey in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil. Add cornstarch mixture and boil until berries break down and compote thickens to the desired consistency, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.1 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 1.4 mg, Sugar 27.9 g

EASY FRUIT COMPOTE



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Learn how to make fruit compote with this easy recipe! You can make compote with fresh or frozen fruit. It's delicious on ice cream, yogurt, toast, pancakes, waffles and more! Recipe yields about 2 cups compote.

Provided by Cookie and Kate

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound (16 ounces) fresh or frozen fruit (for the photos, I used fresh strawberries, peaches, and frozen blueberries)
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
Dash of salt
See optional flavoring ideas given above recipe

Steps:

  • To prepare the fruit: If you're using fresh strawberries or peaches, cut them into thin slices. If you're using small berries like blueberries or raspberries, you can use them whole. If you're using frozen fruit, no need to defrost or slice them before using.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine your fruit of choice, sweetener of choice and dash of salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. This will take about 5 minutes for fresh fruit or 10 minutes for frozen fruit.
  • Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium. If you're using chunky fruit or prefer a smoother consistency, mash the fruit with a potato masher or serving fork until it reaches your desired consistency. Continue simmering, stirring often, until the compote has condensed to about half of its original volume, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove the compote from the heat. I'm generally satisfied with my compote at this point, but if the compote isn't sweet enough for your liking, you can stir in a more sweetener, to taste. If you'd like it to be more smooth, mash it some more.
  • Let the compote cool for a few minutes before serving. Allow leftover compote to cool completely before covering and refrigerating for up to 10 days.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize Estimate based on 1/4th of recipe made with blueberries and honey, Calories 97 calories, Sugar 20.1 g, Sodium 39.9 mg, Fat 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 0.9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

CONTEST-WINNING HOT FRUIT COMPOTE



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"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

2 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) sliced pears, drained
1 can (29 ounces) sliced peaches, drained
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained
1 package (20 ounces) pitted dried plums (prunes)
1 jar (16 ounces) unsweetened applesauce
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
1/4 cup packed brown sugar

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.

QUICK FRUIT COMPOTE



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My mother used to make this recipe when I was a child. My four kids always ate more fruit when I dressed it up this way. -Maxine Otis Hobson, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Breakfast     Brunch     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup apricot nectar, divided
Dash to 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
Dash to 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 firm banana, cut into 1/2-inch slices
4 fresh strawberries, sliced
1 kiwifruit, halved and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring 3/4 cup apricot nectar, cloves and cinnamon to a boil. Combine cornstarch and remaining 1/4 cup apricot nectar until smooth; gradually whisk into nectar mixture. Return to a boil; cook and stir until thickened and bubbly, 1-2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice. Cool., Stir in banana, strawberries and kiwi. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

MIXED BERRY COMPOTE



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Use any mixture of berries in this simple, quick compote. It tastes great with the raspberry torte and over ice cream or pound cake. Active time: 5 min Start to finish: 5 min

Categories     Sauce     Berry     Dessert     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Summer     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 cups mixed berries (3/4 lb) such as raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a skillet over moderate heat. Stir in brown sugar and lemon juice until sugar is dissolved. Add berries and cook, tossing gently (try to keep most of them from breaking up), until berries are warm and juices begin to be released, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

MIXED FRUIT COMPOTE



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Categories     Citrus     Fruit     Breakfast     Brunch     Dessert     Low Sodium     Lime     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Fat Free     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup water
1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
2 cups assorted fresh fruit

Steps:

  • Combine sugar and water in heavy small saucepan. Scrape seeds from vanilla bean into pan; add bean. Stir over low heat until sugar dissolves. Increase heat to high; boil 1 minute. Cool syrup. Transfer to bowl. Discard vanilla bean. Mix juice into syrup. Cover; chill until cold, at least 1 hour or overnight. Mix in fruit.

QUICK FRUIT COMPOTE



Quick fruit compote image

our easy and quick fruit compote recipe is full of wonderful flavours and is equally delicious served hot or chilled with your favourite pudding

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Condiment

Time 15m

Yield Serves 4 (easily multiplied)

Number Of Ingredients 5

500g mixed berries (blackcurrants, blueberries, raspberries, redcurrants, strawberries)
50-85g/2-3oz golden caster sugar
1 vanilla pod
1 cinnamon stick
2-3 sprigs of fresh mint or lemon balm

Steps:

  • If using strawberries, hull, halve or quarter to make them a similar size to the other berries. Tip all the fruits into a large pan with 2-3 tbsp water, sugar to taste and your choice of flavourings.
  • Bring to the boil then simmer for 3-5 mins. Don't overcook, or the fruits will not hold their shape. Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 days, in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Carbohydrate 20 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 13 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.01 milligram of sodium

Tips for Making the Best Mixed Fruit Compote

- **Choose ripe, flavorful fruits.** This will ensure that your compote is bursting with flavor. - **Use a variety of fruits.** This will give your compote a complex and interesting flavor profile. - **Simmer the fruit in a flavorful liquid.** This could be anything from water to fruit juice to wine. - **Add spices and herbs to taste.** This will help to enhance the flavor of the fruit. - **Let the compote cool completely before serving.** This will allow the flavors to develop and meld together.

Conclusion

Mixed fruit compote is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It can be served on its own, spooned over yogurt or ice cream, or used as a filling for pies and tarts. It's a great way to use up leftover fruit, and it's also a healthy and refreshing treat. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying dessert, give mixed fruit compote a try. You won't be disappointed!

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