Traditional Fruit Kompot
Transport your taste buds to a cozy Eastern European kitchen with this Traditional Fruit Kompot, a timeless homemade fruit drink that’s as comforting as it is versatile. Featuring a medley of fresh apples, pears, plums, and cherries, this recipe celebrates natural, wholesome ingredients while infusing the drink with a warm hint of cinnamon and a zesty splash of lemon juice. Simmered to perfection, the fruit releases its juices to create a lightly sweet, aromatic beverage that’s perfect for any season. Enjoy it warm on a chilly evening, chilled over ice during hot summer days, or serve it as a refreshing alternative to sugary sodas at your next gathering. Easy to prepare and naturally beautiful, this classic fruit kompot will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Apples
- 2 medium Pears
- 5 medium Plums
- 1 cup Cherries
- 0.5 cup Sugar
- 8 cups Water
- 1 whole Cinnamon stick
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Start by washing all the fruits thoroughly under running water. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Core and chop the apples and pears into bite-sized pieces, leaving the skin on for added flavor and nutrition.
Pit the plums and cut them into quarters.
If you're using fresh cherries, remove the pits. If using frozen cherries, ensure they are thawed before use.
In a large pot, combine the chopped apples, pears, plums, and cherries. Add the sugar and stir well to coat the fruits evenly.
Pour the water into the pot over the fruit and sugar mixture. Add the cinnamon stick.
Place the pot on the stove over medium-high heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar completely.
Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes. This will allow the fruit to soften and release their flavors.
After 30 minutes, remove the pot from the heat. Add the lemon juice and stir to combine.
Let the kompot cool slightly before serving. You can strain it to remove the fruit pieces if you prefer a clear drink, or serve it with the fruit for a more rustic presentation.
Serve the kompot warm, at room temperature, or chilled over ice. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1052 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.6 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 68 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 269.5 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.0 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 224.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 236 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1682 mg | 36% | |
*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.
