Description
Homemade strawberry compote is a vibrant and delectable sauce that transforms your favorite dishes into gourmet delights. This quick and easy recipe takes just 15 minutes to create, making it perfect for those busy mornings or special occasions. Use it as a luscious topping for yogurt, pancakes, ice cream, or even cakes and pastries. With the option to customize the sweetness to your liking, this compote is both versatile and delicious. Made with fresh or frozen strawberries, this fruity sauce ensures you can enjoy its delightful flavors all year round.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 ounces of hulled strawberries (fresh or frozen)
- ⅓ cup of sugar (adjustable to taste)
- 1 teaspoon of lemon zest (optional)
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a medium-sized pot over medium heat.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 8 minutes, stirring frequently until the strawberries soften and the mixture thickens. For a smoother texture, lightly mash the strawberries during cooking.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired.
- Once cooked, transfer to an airtight container for storage.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg