Description
This easy blueberry compote is a versatile fruit topping made from fresh or frozen blueberries, gently cooked with sugar and lemon for a bright, naturally sweet sauce. Perfect warm or chilled, it enhances pancakes, waffles, yogurt, cheesecake, or ice cream with its luscious texture and vibrant flavor.
Ingredients
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Blueberry Compote Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir gently to mix all ingredients evenly.
- Cook the Blueberries: Allow the mixture to cook until the blueberries start releasing their juices and soften, about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Thicken Compote (Optional): If a thicker consistency is preferred, stir in the cornstarch slurry and continue cooking for 1 to 2 more minutes, until the compote slightly thickens.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the compote cool slightly. Serve it warm or chilled over your favorite breakfast or dessert items such as pancakes, waffles, yogurt, cheesecake, or ice cream.
Notes
- Frozen blueberries work just as well as fresh and can be used directly without thawing.
- Adjust the amount of sugar based on the natural sweetness of the blueberries to suit your taste.
- Store leftover compote in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- For a smoother texture, you can lightly mash the blueberries while cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Sauce, Topping
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
