Fruit Spread
Elevate your breakfast and desserts with this easy homemade Fruit Spread, a vibrant and versatile recipe bursting with fresh, fruity flavor! Made with just five simple ingredients—your choice of fruit (like strawberries, blueberries, or peaches), a touch of sugar, a splash of zesty lemon juice, and a cornstarch slurry for the perfect thickness—this spread comes together in only 25 minutes. Whether you prefer a chunky texture or a silky-smooth finish, this customizable recipe caters to your taste. Perfect as a topping for toast, pancakes, and yogurt, or even as a filling for desserts, this fruit spread is a delightful way to enjoy the natural sweetness of your favorite fruits. Plus, it’s refrigerator-friendly, staying fresh for up to 2 weeks. Make mornings extra special with this quick, homemade treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fruit (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, or peaches)
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
Instructions
Wash and prepare the fruit: If using fresh fruit, rinse thoroughly and remove any stems or pits. If using frozen fruit, ensure it is slightly thawed.
In a medium saucepan, combine the fruit, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Stir to mix and allow the sugar to begin dissolving (about 1-2 minutes).
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the fruit begins to release its juices and break down (around 5-7 minutes).
In a small bowl, mix the water and cornstarch until fully dissolved.
Pour the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan with the fruit and stir well to combine. Continue cooking on medium heat for another 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. If a smoother texture is desired, use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a blender to puree. For a chunkier spread, skip this step.
Allow the fruit spread to cool completely. Transfer to a clean, airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Serve as a topping for toast, pancakes, yogurt, or desserts, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
632 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.6 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 143.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 730 mg | 16% | |
*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.
