Description
Cranberry Cherry Compote is a vibrant, sweet-tart sauce that brings together the freshness of cranberries and the sweetness of cherries. Perfect for elevating breakfast dishes, desserts, or savory entrees, this versatile compote adds a burst of color and flavor to any meal. Whether served warm over pancakes or chilled alongside roasted meats, it’s an essential recipe for festive gatherings and cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup pitted cherries (fresh or frozen)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, cherries, sugar, lemon juice, and water.
- Heat over medium heat until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed before removing from heat.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg