Gray Whale Inn Blueberry Compote
Capture the taste of coastal Maine with this luscious Gray Whale Inn Blueberry Compote, a simple yet elegant topping bursting with fresh, juicy blueberries. This 20-minute recipe combines the natural sweetness of berries with a hint of citrus from lemon juice and zest, and a touch of warm cinnamon, creating a perfectly balanced flavor. Thickened seamlessly with a cornstarch slurry, this versatile compote is the ultimate topping for pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or even ice cream. Whether served warm or chilled, it transforms everyday dishes into decadent delights. Plus, it’s an easy make-ahead option, staying fresh in the fridge for up to a week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cups water
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon cold water
Instructions
Rinse the blueberries thoroughly under cold water and drain well.
In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, ground cinnamon, and 0.25 cups of water. Stir to evenly mix the ingredients.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries begin to release their juices and the mixture starts to bubble, about 5-7 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water to form a smooth slurry.
Gradually stir the cornstarch slurry into the bubbling blueberry mixture. Continue cooking while stirring constantly until the compote thickens, approximately 3-5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the compote to cool slightly. The mixture will thicken further as it cools.
Serve warm or chilled over your favorite pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or ice cream. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.7 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.4 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 253 mg | 5% | |
*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.
