Strawberry Compote
So thick and jammy, this Strawberry Compote is quick and easy to make with just 4 ingredients! Served warm or chilled, it's perfect for ice cream, strawberry shortcake, swirling into yogurt, and so much more.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Instructions
- Combine the chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries break down and the mixture thickens to your desired consistency. Keeping in mind that the compote will thicken more if chilled.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Serve this strawberry sauce warm or chilled, it's up to you!
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Notes
Using Frozen Strawberries: Thaw and drain them first to prevent excess liquid from thinning the compote.
Store: Transfer the cooled compote to a glass jar (or an airtight container) and store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. It can be served cold or gently warmed depending on your preference. Give it a quick stir before serving.
Reheat: Warm gently in the microwave in short intervals, stirring in between, or heat in a small saucepan over low heat.
Freeze: Transfer the cooled compote to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before using. Stir well after thawing, as slight separation may occur.
Nutrition
Serving: 2 tablespoons, Calories: 37kcal, Carbohydrates: 9g, Protein: 0.2g, Fat: 0.1g, Saturated Fat: 0.01g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g, Sodium: 0.5mg, Potassium: 58mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 8g, Vitamin A: 4IU, Vitamin C: 22mg, Calcium: 6mg, Iron: 0.2mg