Pecan Free Classic Berry Compote
Bright, jammy, and bursting with the natural sweetness of strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries, this compote is the kind of simple sauce that makes everything it touches taste more special. A little lemon juice and zest keep the flavors lively and fresh, while a pinch of salt pulls the whole thing together in a way that feels almost effortless. The process is straightforward — just a gentle simmer on the stovetop until the berries break down and the sauce thickens into something glossy and spoonable. A touch of vanilla at the end adds a subtle warmth that rounds out the fruit beautifully. It's equally at home spooned over yogurt, pancakes, ice cream, or a simple slice of cake, making it one of those recipes you'll reach for again and again. Store it in a jar in the fridge and you've got a week's worth of something genuinely delicious ready to go.
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6 servings
- 3 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen), such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp lemon zest
- 1 pinch salt
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the berries, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring once or twice to coat the fruit.
- 2
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the berries begin to release their juices and the sugar dissolves, about 3–4 minutes.
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