Rice Free Dark Chocolate & Citrus Compote with Almonds and Walnuts
Bright citrus and rich dark chocolate might sound like a restaurant dessert, but this compote comes together on the stovetop with nothing more than fresh oranges, honey, warm spices, and a handful of nuts. The combination of navel and blood oranges gives the dish a gorgeous color and a layered sweetness that the ginger and cinnamon deepen beautifully. As the warm compote hits the roughly chopped dark chocolate on top, it melts just enough to create little ribbons of bittersweet richness throughout every spoonful. Toasting the almonds and walnuts in a dry skillet first is a small step that makes a big difference, adding crunch and a nutty depth that balances the juicy, syrupy fruit. Every ingredient here is naturally free of grains, so there's no substituting or swapping required — it just works as written. Torn fresh mint at the end is optional, but it adds a cool, herby lift that makes the whole bowl feel even more alive. This is the kind of effortless, impressive dessert you'll want to keep in your back pocket for weeknights and dinner parties alike.
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4 servings
For the compote
- 3 navel oranges
- 2 blood oranges
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp orange zest
For the topping
- ¼ cup raw almonds, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup raw walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1 oz dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher), roughly chopped
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Toast the almonds and walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden, about 3–4 minutes. Watch closely, as they can brown quickly. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- 2
Combine the fresh orange juice, honey, grated ginger, ground cinnamon, and orange zest in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer, then cook until the liquid reduces by about half and is slightly syrupy, about 5–6 minutes.
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