Description
Fresh cherry compote is a vibrant, sweet-tart sauce that encapsulates the essence of summer. This easy-to-make recipe transforms fresh cherries into a luscious compote, perfect for drizzling over pancakes, yogurt, or desserts. With its rich flavor and beautiful color, this compote elevates any dish, making it an ideal addition to your breakfast table or dessert spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Wash and pit the cherries; halve them if desired.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the cherries, sugar, lemon juice, water, and vanilla extract; stir gently.
- Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes until cherries burst and juices release.
- For a thicker consistency, simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool before transferring to a jar or bowl.
- Serve over pancakes, yogurt, or desserts of your choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 82
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg