DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE WITH FRESH APPLE AND PEAR
An alcohol-free compote with a variety of dried fruit and a bright flavor. This compote, which I like to add to my morning yogurt, does not involve wine, though you could add some red or white wine for flavor if you wanted to. The sweetness will vary with the type of fruit used. If you use dried sour cherries, don't use too many, because they will give the compote too stronga sour cherry flavor. Sweet fruit, like dried apples, pears and raisins, will result in a compote with a brighter taste. Apricots are great too, contributing another rich taste layer. I add fresh apple and pear for their texture, which remains somewhat crunchy even after they simmer.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch, dessert
Time 10m
Yield Serves 6 to 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut large pieces of dried fruit into smaller pieces.
- Combine all of the ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 5 minutes. Turn off heat and allow fruit to steep for 30 minutes or longer. Remove cinnamon stick and orange and lemon zest. Serve topped with whipped cream or yogurt if desired, or stir into your morning yogurt.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 39, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 4 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams
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adnan khilji
[email protected]I made this compote for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and it was gone in no time.
Micheal David
[email protected]This compote is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruit. My kids loved the sweet and tangy flavor and they couldn't get enough of it.
ashik gamer
[email protected]Overall, this is a good recipe for a basic dried fruit compote. However, I would recommend experimenting with different fruits and spices to create your own unique flavor combinations.
Azan Rathore
[email protected]The compote was a bit runny for my liking. I would suggest cooking it for a longer period of time or adding some thickener, like cornstarch or arrowroot powder.
Diego Soto
[email protected]This compote is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar or adding some tart fruit, like cranberries or rhubarb.
Istahin Cabdi
[email protected]I love the addition of cinnamon and nutmeg to this compote. It gives it a warm and cozy flavor that's perfect for fall.
Agongo Winnie Auma
[email protected]This compote is a great way to use up leftover fruit. I had some apples and pears that were starting to go bad and this was the perfect way to use them up.
akila nimantha
[email protected]The recipe was easy to follow and the compote turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!
Abdinuur Iliyaas
[email protected]This compote is so versatile! I've used it as a topping for pancakes, waffles, and even ice cream. It's also great on its own as a snack.
Amrullah Khalid
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses dried fruits, which gives it a unique and complex flavor. The addition of fresh apple and pear adds a nice touch of freshness and crunch.
Abir Howlader
[email protected]Easy to make and incredibly delicious! I served this compote over yogurt and granola for breakfast and it was the perfect start to my day.
Sheku Mansaray
[email protected]This compote was a delightful treat! The combination of dried fruits, fresh apple, and pear created a symphony of flavors that tantalized my taste buds. The sweetness of the dried fruits was perfectly balanced by the tartness of the apple and pear, r