Brazil Nut Free Gluten Free Blueberry Compote
Blueberries, lemon, and a little sugar are all you really need to make something that tastes genuinely special, and this compote proves it. The berries are cooked down until they burst and thicken into a glossy, jammy sauce with just the right balance of sweet and tart from fresh lemon juice and zest. Pressing some of the berries against the pan while others stay mostly whole gives the finished compote a beautiful texture — not too smooth, not too chunky. Store-bought fruit toppings and preserves can be surprisingly tricky to vet for hidden additives or shared-facility concerns, so making your own from scratch with six simple ingredients is a genuinely satisfying solution. Spoon it warm over pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or ice cream, or let it cool and keep it in a jar in the fridge for the week ahead. It's the kind of small-batch recipe that looks impressive but comes together on a weeknight without any fuss.
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6 servings
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the blueberries, sugar, water, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring once to coat the berries.
- 2
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the berries begin to burst and release their juices, about 5–6 minutes. Use the back of the spoon to gently press about a third of the berries against the side of the pan.
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