Citrus Compote with Honey and Golden Raisins
Brighten up your dessert table with this refreshing Citrus Compote with Honey and Golden Raisins, a vibrant medley of oranges, grapefruit, and lemon enhanced by the natural sweetness of golden raisins and honey. Perfectly balanced with warm undertones of vanilla and cinnamon, this simple yet elegant recipe is prepared in just 25 minutes and pairs seasonal winter citrus with a luscious syrupy glaze. This versatile dish can be served warm, chilled, or at room temperature, making it an ideal light dessert or healthy breakfast topping for yogurt or oatmeal. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a burst of color and herbal freshness that elevates this zesty creation. Whether you're hosting a brunch or simply enjoying a sweet treat at home, this compote celebrates the best of citrus fruit in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 whole Oranges
- 1 whole Grapefruit
- 1 whole Lemon
- 0.5 cup Golden raisins
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 0.25 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 whole Cinnamon stick
- 5 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the citrus fruits: Using a sharp knife, peel the oranges, grapefruit, and lemon, removing all the white pith. Work over a bowl to catch any juices. Segment the citrus by slicing between the membranes to release the segments. Set the segments aside and pour any collected juice into a small saucepan.
In the saucepan with the citrus juice, add the honey, water, golden raisins, vanilla extract, and cinnamon stick. Stir to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the raisins plump up and the liquid slightly reduces.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and discard the cinnamon stick. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
Gently fold the citrus segments into the saucepan mixture, being careful not to break them. Transfer the compote to a serving dish or individual bowls.
Optionally, garnish with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color and freshness. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
721 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 31 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.9 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.6 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 143.6 g | ||
| Protein | 9.5 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 337 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1782 mg | 38% | |
*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.
