Vegan Compote de Pommes
Indulge in the comforting sweetness of **Vegan Compote de Pommes**, a French-inspired apple compote bursting with natural flavor. This effortlessly simple yet elegant recipe combines tender, slow-cooked apples with the warm spice of cinnamon and nutmeg, balanced by a touch of maple syrup and a hint of vanilla. Perfectly sweetened with no refined sugars, this vegan and gluten-free dish comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal quick dessert or breakfast addition. Serve it warm or chilled as a topping for dairy-free yogurt, oatmeal, or vegan pancakes, or enjoy it on its own as a wholesome treat. With its minimal ingredients and versatility, this homemade apple compote is a celebration of fall flavors and an all-season delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 medium-sized apples
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Peel, core, and chop the apples into small cubes.
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped apples, lemon juice, and water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Cover the saucepan and cook the apples for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften.
Add the maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the pan, stirring to combine.
Continue to cook uncovered for about 10 more minutes, allowing the mixture to thicken and the apples to break down slightly, stirring occasionally.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Let the compote cool slightly before serving or transfer it to an airtight container for storage in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Serve warm or chilled alongside your favorite vegan yogurt, oatmeal, or as a topping for pancakes or toast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 312 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.4 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 122.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 1013 mg | 22% | |
*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.
