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Blueberry Compote with Fresh or Frozen Blueberries

Blueberry Compote is simmered to perfection, creating a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. Whether you're enjoying it on top of pancakes in the morning, adding it to ice cream, or using it as a topping for cheesecake, this little jar of magic is sure to make your taste buds sing with delight. It's a versatile and tasty addition to any sweet treat recipe collection and is sure to become a year-round favorite.
Course Condiment, Dessert
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 60kcal

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces blueberries fresh or frozen, divided
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • Combine the 12 ounces of blueberries with the brown sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add just enough water to cover the berries. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Puree the sauce using an immersion blender or transfer to a blender or food processor to blend until smooth, adding additional water if necessary to achieve the desired consistency.
  • Strain through a fine mesh strainer and return to the pot. Stir in the remaining berries and cook for another 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 58mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 31IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.2mg