Cherry Compote
Capture the essence of summer with this luscious Cherry Compote, a simple yet flavorful recipe brimming with the sweet-tart taste of fresh cherries. Made with just six ingredients—including granulated sugar, a hint of lemon juice, and aromatic vanilla extract—this homemade fruit sauce is the perfect balance of sweetness and zing. In under 40 minutes, you’ll have a silky, thick compote, thanks to a touch of cornstarch, making it an irresistible topping for pancakes, waffles, yogurt, cheesecakes, or even ice cream. Whether you enjoy it warm or chilled, this versatile cherry delight is ideal for breakfast, dessert, or any time you want to elevate your dishes with a spoonful of fruity goodness. Plus, with its one-week shelf life when refrigerated, it's a great make-ahead addition to your pantry! Perfect for cherry lovers, this easy Cherry Compote recipe will have you hooked after one bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh cherries
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 60 milliliters water
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Rinse and pit the cherries. If working with larger cherries, consider cutting them in half.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the pitted cherries with the sugar and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
Stir in the water, ensuring that the sugar is evenly distributed over the cherries.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes until the cherries soften and start releasing their juices.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water to create a slurry.
Slowly add the cornstarch slurry into the simmering cherry mixture, stirring constantly to avoid any lumps.
Continue cooking for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the compote thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Allow the compote to cool slightly before transferring it to a serving bowl or jar.
Serve warm or chilled, as desired. The compote can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
725 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.2 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 166.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 71 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1150 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
