Dried Fruit Compote with Rum
Elevate your dessert game with this luxurious Dried Fruit Compote with Rum, a vibrant and flavorful treat perfect for any occasion. This recipe features a medley of dried apricots, figs, cherries, and golden raisins stewed in a warm, spiced blend of orange zest, vanilla, cinnamon, and star anise. A splash of dark rum and a touch of brown sugar add richness, while a hint of lemon juice brightens the flavors. Simmered to perfection, this easy compote is irresistibly fragrant, with plump, juicy fruits that pair beautifully with yogurt, pancakes, or ice cream. Simple to prepare and ready in under 30 minutes (plus chilling time), this versatile recipe is a delightful combination of boozy sophistication and comforting sweetness. Perfect as a make-ahead dessert or indulgent topping, this dried fruit compote is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams Dried apricots
- 150 grams Dried figs
- 100 grams Golden raisins
- 100 grams Dried cherries
- 1 whole orange Orange zest
- 1 whole stick Cinnamon stick
- 1 whole piece Star anise
- 50 grams Brown sugar
- 500 milliliters Water
- 60 milliliters Dark rum
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
Instructions
Prepare the dried fruits by cutting the dried apricots and dried figs into bite-sized pieces. Leave the dried cherries and golden raisins whole. Set aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the water, orange zest, cinnamon stick, star anise, and brown sugar. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.
Add the prepared dried fruits to the saucepan. Stir to coat the fruits in the spiced liquid, and allow the mixture to simmer gently for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the dark rum, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Mix well to combine the flavors.
Cover the saucepan and let the compote cool to room temperature. The dried fruits will absorb the liquid and become plump and juicy as the mixture cools.
Once cooled, remove the cinnamon stick, star anise, and orange zest from the compote.
Transfer the compote to a serving dish or jar, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to fully meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Enjoy the compote as a topping for yogurt, pancakes, or ice cream, or savor it on its own as a delightful dessert.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
289 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.6 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 680 mg | 14% | |
*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.
