Spice Free Gluten Free Blueberry Compote
Blueberries, sugar, lemon, and a pinch of salt — that's genuinely all it takes to make a compote that tastes like it came from a fancy brunch spot. The berries are coaxed over medium heat until they burst and release their deep, jammy juices, then thickened just enough to coat a spoon beautifully. A hit of fresh lemon zest and juice stirred in at the end keeps everything bright and balanced, cutting through the sweetness in the best possible way. For anyone navigating a spice-free lifestyle, this recipe is a dream — there's nothing hidden here, no warming spices, no blends, just clean and honest fruit flavor. It works equally well spooned over pancakes, swirled into yogurt, or piled onto a bowl of oatmeal without a single ingredient to second-guess. Serve it warm straight from the pan or let it cool and jar it up for the week ahead.
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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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