Hazelnut Free Ginger Mint Fruit Compote
Warm, jammy, and perfumed with fresh ginger and mint, this fruit compote is the kind of thing that makes a simple breakfast or dessert feel genuinely special. Apples and pears form the tender base, while blueberries burst into a glossy sauce and mango brings a bright, tropical sweetness that keeps every bite interesting. A touch of cinnamon and maple syrup tie everything together without overpowering the natural fruit flavors. Tree nut allergies can make store-bought fruit preserves and compotes a minefield, since shared facilities and unexpected additives are common — here, every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify. The fresh mint stirred in at the end is a small move that makes a big difference, lifting the whole dish with a cool, herby finish. Serve it warm over oatmeal or yogurt, spoon it alongside pancakes, or let it cool to room temperature and pile it onto ice cream. It's the kind of versatile, crowd-pleasing recipe you'll find yourself coming back to all year long.
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4 servings
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and cut into ½-inch pieces
- 2 medium pears, peeled, cored, and cut into ½-inch pieces
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 cup fresh mango, cut into ½-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 3 tbsp water
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp fine salt
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple, pear, maple syrup, water, grated ginger, ground cinnamon, and salt in a medium saucepan. Stir to coat the fruit evenly.
- 2
Set the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples and pears begin to soften and release their juices, about 8–10 minutes.
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