Strawberry Compote
Sweet, tangy, and irresistibly versatile, this homemade Strawberry Compote is a must-have recipe for every kitchen enthusiast. Made with just five simple ingredients—fresh, juicy strawberries, a touch of granulated sugar, zesty lemon juice, a splash of water, and a hint of optional vanilla—this compote comes together in only 25 minutes. The result? A silky, jam-like topping bursting with natural strawberry flavor. Perfectly customizable in sweetness and texture, it pairs beautifully with pancakes, yogurt, cheesecake, or even as a fruity spread on toast. Whether served warm or chilled, this easy strawberry compote is a quick way to elevate your desserts and breakfasts without any effort. Plus, it keeps well in the fridge, making it your go-to topping all week long. Keywords: homemade strawberry compote, easy fruit topping, strawberry sauce recipe, fresh strawberry dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh strawberries
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Wash and hull the strawberries. Cut them into quarters or halves depending on their size.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the strawberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and water.
Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture starts to simmer.
Once simmering, lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
Continue to cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the strawberries soften and the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.
If using, stir in the vanilla extract during the last minute of cooking.
Remove the compote from the heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
345 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.8 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 71 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 670 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.
