Best 10 Winter Fruit Compote With Ginger Recipes

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Welcome to the world of winter fruit compote with ginger! As the cold season sets in, there's nothing quite like a warm and comforting dessert to chase away the chill. This extraordinary dish combines the sweetness of winter fruits, the warmth of ginger, and a touch of spice, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're entertaining guests or simply looking for a cozy treat to enjoy at home, this easy-to-make compote will surely become a favorite.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

WINTER FRUIT COMPOTE WITH SELECTION OF CHEESE



Winter Fruit Compote with Selection of Cheese image

Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup sweet Marsala wine
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cinnamon stick
1/2 cup dried apricots, quartered
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup dried cherries
Dash gray sea salt
1 cup Granny Smith apples, diced 1/4-inch thick cubes
1 cup pears, 1/4-inch slices
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 wedge sharp Cheddar
1 wedge Gorgonzola

Steps:

  • In a 4-quart saucepan or pot bring the first 6 ingredients to a simmer. Stir slowly to dissolve the sugar in the liquid. Add the remaining ingredients except the lemon juice and the cheese. When the liquid comes to a boil, adjust the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes to marry the flavors and soften the fruit. Turn off the heat then stir in the lemon juice. With a slotted spoon remove the fruit to a bowl. Bring the remaining syrup to a simmer and reduce until lightly thickened or when the bubbles formed on the top become small. Remove the syrup for the heat and when it is cool pour it over the fruit. The compote can be held in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Serve the compote at room temperature with the cheese.

WARM WINTER FRUIT COMPOTE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 1h5m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (16 ounces) whole cranberry sauce
3 cups cooking apples, cored, peeled and sliced (about 3 medium)
1 1/2 cups red OR Asian pears, cored, peeled and sliced (about 2 medium)
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon Spice Islands Ground Saigon Cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon Spice Islands Ground Ginger
1/4 teaspoon Spice Islands Ground Cardamom

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan. Cover and simmer 20 minutes. Remove cover and simmer an additional 35 minutes or until liquid is reduced to desired consistency. Serve warm with turkey or pork.
  • Recipe note: Compote may be made ahead of serving time. Cover and store in refrigerator. Reheat to a simmer for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Garnish with sprigs of fresh rosemary, if desired.

SPICED FRUIT COMPOTE



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Cinnamon, cloves and ginger spice up convenient canned fruit in this warm medley that's ideal for a cool morning. The recipe was sent in by Thelma Hale from Osborne, Kansas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cinnamon sticks (2 inches)
12 whole cloves
1-1/2 cups orange juice
2/3 cup raisins
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) apricot halves
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced pears, drained
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced peaches, drained
1 can (15 ounces) pitted dark sweet cherries, drained

Steps:

  • Place cinnamon sticks and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with kitchen string to form a bag., In a large saucepan, combine the orange juice, raisins, brown sugar, salt and ginger. Add spice bag; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 8 minutes. Add fruit; simmer for 3 minutes. Discard spice bag. Serve fruit warm or cold with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts :

WINTER FRUIT COMPOTE



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This easy fruit mixture can be served atop ice cream, shortbread or angel food cake-or give it as a holiday gift!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 13h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup ruby port
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1 package (9 oz) dried pitted plums
1 package (8 oz) dried Mission figlets, trimmed, cut in half
1 package (6 oz) dried apricots, thinly sliced
1/2 cup golden raisins
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
4 star anise

Steps:

  • In 4-cup glass measuring cup, stir ruby port, orange juice and brown sugar until sugar is dissolved.
  • In ungreased 11x7-inch pan, mix remaining ingredients. Pour port mixture over dried fruit mixture; toss gently to combine. Cover with foil; refrigerate 12 to 24 hours.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Bake compote covered 45 to 50 minutes or until thoroughly heated and fruit is soft. Let stand 15 minutes. Remove and discard star anise. Serve with slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 63 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 10 mg

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE WITH PORT, CINNAMON, AND GINGER



Dried Fruit Compote with Port, Cinnamon, and Ginger image

Provided by Carol Gilbert

Categories     Fruit     Ginger     Dessert     Port     Winter     Vegan     Bon Appétit     California     Fat Free     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup water
1 cup ruby Port
1/2 cup sugar
2 cinnamon sticks
2 tablespoons finely chopped crystallized ginger
2 8-ounce bags mixed dried fruits, large pieces quartered

Steps:

  • Combine 1 cup water, Port, sugar, cinnamon sticks, and ginger in heavy medium saucepan. Bring to boil over high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add fruit. Reduce heat to medium. Simmer until fruit is tender and syrup thickens slightly, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Transfer compote to bowl. Cover and chill at least 4 hours and up to 1 day.

WINTER FRUIT COMPOTE



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Very versatile fruit dish that's easy to prepare. My favourite dried fruits to use are raisins and dried apricots.

Provided by Lennie

Categories     Sauces

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups water
1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and very thinly slivered
1 cup dried fruit (your choice, any combination)
2 cups fresh cranberries or 2 cups frozen cranberries
1 orange, peeled and sectioned,seeds removed
1 granny smith apple, peeled,cored,quartered and cut into small slices

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, combine sugar, water and ginger; bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Add dried fruit and bring back to a boil; immediately reduce heat to low simmer.
  • Cook, uncovered, until fruit is not quite tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add cranberries and simmer, stirring occasionally, until cranberries pop.
  • Stir in orange and apple.
  • Remove from heat and allow to cool down.
  • For dessert, serve warm over ice cream, or at room temperature over a plain cake, such as angel food cake or pound cake.
  • Can also be served with yogurt; makes a particularly nice breakfast.

DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE WITH GINGER SYRUP



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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Fruit     Ginger     Brunch     Dessert     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Low Sodium     Winter     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Fat Free     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 12-ounce bottle strong ginger beer (such as Reed's)
1 cup mixed dried fruit (such as stemmed figs, apricots, cherries, prunes, raisins, and sliced candied ginger)

Steps:

  • Bring ginger beer, dried fruit, and 1 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat to low and simmer until liquid becomes syrupy and mixture is reduced to 1 1/2 cups, 35-40 minutes. Let cool completely. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.

WINTER FRUIT COMPOTE



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You can make this colorful and easy fruit relish up to a week in advance. It's an outstanding accompaniment to turkey, chicken or pork throughout the holiday season. -Esther Chesney, Carthage, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h25m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup orange juice concentrate
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker, combine cranberries, brown sugar, orange juice concentrate and vinegar. Cook, covered, on low until cranberries pop and mixture is thickened, 1-1/4 to 1-3/4 hours., Turn off heat; stir in apricots, raisins and walnuts. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 12mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

10-MINUTE WINTER FRUIT COMPOTE



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Two simple steps make a deliciously fruity pudding spiced with cinnamon and cloves. It's easy to make in the microwave and counts as one of your 5-a-day

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

500g pack mixed dried fruit
200ml fresh orange juice
half cinnamon stick
6 cloves
6 black peppercorns
0% Greek yogurt or low-fat fromage frais, to serve

Steps:

  • Tip the dried fruit, orange juice and whole spices into a microwaveable bowl. Microwave on High for 4-5 mins, stirring halfway through until the juices become sticky and the fruits are plump.
  • Leave the compote to stand for a minute and serve in bowls with spoonfuls of yogurt or fromage frais.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 1 grams fat, Carbohydrate 85 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 85 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.15 milligram of sodium

WINTER FRUIT COMPOTE



Winter Fruit Compote image

Make and share this Winter Fruit Compote recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup fresh orange juice
3 tablespoons firmly packed dark brown sugar
6 ounces mixed dried fruit
3 small oranges, peeled and sectioned
1 tablespoon finely chopped crystallized ginger
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon, zest of
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine juice and brown sugar in a microwavable bowl.
  • Stir in dried fruits.
  • Cover and microwave on high for 4 minutes or until fruit is plump.
  • Stir at least once half way through cooking time.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients and let cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.6, Fat 0.2, Sodium 8.2, Carbohydrate 33.3, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 12.9, Protein 1.3

Tips:

  • Choose firm, ripe fruits for the compote. Overripe fruits will break down too much and lose their shape.
  • Use a variety of fruits to create a compote with different flavors and textures. Some good combinations include apples, pears, cranberries, and oranges.
  • Add spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger to the compote for extra flavor. You can also add a splash of citrus juice or liqueur.
  • Simmer the compote over low heat until the fruits are softened but still hold their shape. This usually takes about 20-30 minutes.
  • Let the compote cool slightly before serving. It can be served warm or cold.

Conclusion:

Winter fruit compote is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover fruits. With its sweet and tart flavor, winter fruit compote is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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