Apple Cranberry Compote
Nutmeg and cinnamon are combined with the sweet and tart flavors of apple and cranberry to make this compote. The versatile blend of flavors is just as easily enjoyed with breakfast (think: granola parfait) as it is with your dessert (think: cheesecake topping)
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time30 mins
Servings: 18
Calories: 45kcal
Ingredients
- 12 oz cranberries fresh or frozen
- 2 cups chopped apples or food processed
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Rinse the cranberries and add to a pot under low heat.
- Wash, peel and core 2 medium-sized apples and run through a food processor.
- Add water, sugar, spices and salt.
- Simmer on medium-heat for ~10 minutes to allow the cranberries to pop, the apples to cook and the flavors to meld a bit. Stir occasionally and gently so as to not overtly smash the cranberries.
- Remove from heat and cool. Store any unused portions in the fridge or freezer for later use.
Notes
Since apples vary in sweetness, you may find that more sugar is needed than what is called for in this recipe. Start with 1/2 cup of sugar (any variety) in Step #3. Add up to 1/2 cup more sugar as needed in step #4 (I recommend adding the sugar in 1/4 cup increments). You may also consider trying a lower glycemic sweetener like agave, or local alternatives to sugar like honey or maple syrup. Please note that these sweeteners will change the flavor-profile of this recipe.
I add the salt to help cut the tartness of the cranberries and to bring out the flavors of the recipe. This can be omitted for those on a low sodium diet.
Nutrition
Calories: 45kcal