Quick Mixed Berry Compote
This quick mixed berry compote is a vibrant and nutritious addition to your breakfast and desserts. It is bursting with flavors of berries and added spices. All without refined sugar!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 51kcal
Ingredients
- 100 g strawberries ½ cup
- 100 g raspberries ¾ cup
- 100 g blueberries ½ cup
- 1 vanilla bean
- 1 tablespoon agave syrup
- ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
Instructions
- Rinse the mixed berries under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Cut the vanilla bean lenghtwise and scrape it out with a knife. Remove the pit from the strawberries and cut bigger ones in half or quarter them.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the mixed berries, agave syrup, and cardamom. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Allow the compote to simmer for about 5 minutes or until they release their juices.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the compote cool for a few minutes. For a smoother compote, you can use a blender or food processor to puree the mixture until desired consistency.
- Serve the mixed berry compote on top of yogurt, oatmeal, pancakes, waffles, or as a topping for desserts. Enjoy!
Notes
- Make it sugar-free – If you want to avoid sugar altogether, you can omit the sweetener and rely on the natural sweetness of the berries. However, keep in mind that the compote may be slightly tart.
- Spice it up – Besides cardamom, you can add other spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger to add depth and complexity to the compote.
- Thicken with chia seeds – If you prefer a thicker compote, add chia seeds. Chia seeds absorb the liquid and create a gel-like consistency, providing a natural thickening agent. Add a tablespoon or two of chia seeds and let the compote sit for about 15 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 51kcal | Carbohydrates: 12.7g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 98mg | Fiber: 2.7g | Sugar: 4.6g | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg